Usage

Pronunciation: /ˈjuːsɪdʒ/

Definitions of usage

noun the act or manner of using

Example Sentences

A1 The usage of smartphones is increasing among young people.

A2 Proper usage of punctuation marks is important for clear communication.

B1 The company monitors internet usage to ensure employees are following company policies.

B2 The usage of renewable energy sources is essential for a sustainable future.

C1 The usage of social media has both positive and negative impacts on society.

C2 The artist's innovative usage of mixed media creates unique and captivating works of art.

Examples of usage in a Sentence

formal The proper usage of grammar is essential in academic writing.

informal You should watch your phone usage, it's not good for your eyes.

slang I'm trying to cut down on my social media usage, it's becoming too much.

figurative The excessive usage of metaphors in his speech made it hard to understand his point.

Grammatical Forms of usage

• past tense: used
• plural: usages
• comparative: more usage
• superlative: most usage
• present tense: use
• future tense: will use
• perfect tense: have used
• continuous tense: is using
• singular: usage
• positive degree: useful
• infinitive: to use
• gerund: using
• participle: used

Origin and Evolution of usage

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'usage' originated from the Old French word 'us', meaning 'use' or 'custom'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'usage' has come to refer to the customary way in which something is used or the habitual practice of doing something.