usage

l'usage
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. use
L'usage des téléphones est interdit dans la zone de sécurité.The use of cell phones is prohibited in the security zone.
a. use
Le vendeur a expliqué les différentes utilisations de ce nouvel appareil de cuisine.The salesperson explained the different uses of this new kitchen appliance.
a. custom
N'oubliez pas d'enlever vos chaussures en entrant. C'est l'usage dans notre culture.Don't forget to take off your shoes when you go in. That's the custom in our culture.
a. usage
Dans nos recherches, nous nous attachons plus à l'usage qu'aux règles grammaticales.In our research, we focus more on usage than on grammatical rules.
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