“use” in Portuguese

Meaning in English

1. (noun) the act of using 2. (noun) (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition 3. (noun) exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage 4. (noun) what something is used for 5. (noun) a particular service 6. (noun) (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property 7. (noun) (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing 8. (verb) put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose 9. (verb) take or consume (regularly or habitually) 10. (verb) use up (resources or materials) 11. (verb) habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense) 12. (verb) avail oneself to 13. (verb) seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage

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