Definition of DISUSE

disuse

Noun

  • the state of something that has been unused and neglected
  • The state of not being used; neglect.

Verb

  • To cease the use of.
  • To disaccustom.

Examples

  • "He was disused to hard work."
  • "The garden fell into disuse and became overgrown."

Origin / Etymology

From Old French desuser, equivalent to dis- + use.

Synonyms

desuetude, neglect

Scrabble Score: 7

disuse is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
disuse is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
disuse is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 8

disuse is a valid Words With Friends word