Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Using.
How to pronounce using:
US
Using - as a noun
An act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
Example: "Capitalistic exploitation of the working class"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exploitationvictimisationvictimizationHypernyms (Closely Related)
mistreatmentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Using - as a verb
To utilize or employ.
To accustom; to habituate. (now common only in participial form. uses the same pronunciation as the noun; see usage notes.)
Example: "Soldiers who are used to hardships and danger"
(except in past tense) to habitually do; to be wont to do. (now chiefly in past-tense forms; see used to.)
Example: "I used to get things done."
To behave toward; to act with regard to; to treat.
Example: "To use an animal cruelly"
To behave, act, comport oneself.
Example Sentences
"I am using my phone to make a call."
"She is using a screwdriver to tighten the bolts."
"They are using the internet to research for their project."
"He is using his talent to entertain the audience."
"We are using a map to navigate through the city."
Word Game Points
Is USING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, using is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
USING has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is USING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, using is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordUSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is USING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, using is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordUSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
