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Term: Consumption

Definition:

Consumption refers to the act of using, utilizing, or devouring something, particularly in the context of goods, services, or resources.

Parts of Speech:

Noun, Verb

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun) - General Usage:

the using up of a resource, product, or service

Related keywords: utilize, expenditure, utilization

Example Sentence:

Excessive consumption of fast food can lead to health problems.

Sense 2 (Noun) - Economics:

the purchase and use of goods and services by individuals or households

Related keywords: expenditure, buying, purchase

Example Sentence:

In recent years, consumer consumption of luxury goods has increased significantly.

Sense 3 (Verb) - General Usage:

the act of using or utilizing something

Related keywords: use, utilize, employ

Example Sentence:

He consumes books at an astonishing rate.

Sense 4 (Verb) - Information Technology:

the process of using computer resources or software

Related keywords: employ, utilize, run

Example Sentence:

The application consumes a large amount of memory.