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usage

Syllabification: (us·age)
Pronunciation: /ˈyo͞osij, -zij/

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Definition of usage

noun

  • the action of using something or the fact of being used:a survey of water usage the usage of equipment
  • the way in which a word or phrase is normally and correctly used.
  • habitual or customary practice, especially as creating a right, obligation, or standard.

Origin:

Middle English (in the sense 'customary practice'): from Old French, from us 'a use' (see use)

Spelling rule

Usage is formed from use (minus the silent e) plus the ending -age.

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