utilize

CEFRB2

/ˈjuː.tɪ.laɪz/

verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    verb

    To use something for a particular purpose.

  2. 02

    verb

    Extra detail

    US, Canada, and Oxford British English standard spelling of utilise.

Examples

  • The Romans were the first to utilize concrete as a building material.

  • Try to utilize your leisure for reading.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1

Also pronounced

  • [ˈju.ɾə.laɪz]
  • [ˈjʉː.ɾə.lɑez]

Deep Dive

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In context

  • We had better utilize our natural resources.

  • The program can be utilized for educational purposes.

  • The scientists utilized advanced technology in their research.

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

The chef decided to blank the leftover vegetables to make a hearty soup.

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Origin

verb

From French utiliser, from Italian utilizzare, from utile (“useful”), from Latin ūtilis, from ūtī (“use”).