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use

/jus/

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variant 1: used
variant 2: uses
variant 3: using

1 · verb

seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage

使用；使；用

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Stone tools used by prehistoric humans were found in the cave.

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洞穴里发现了史前人类使用的石器。

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Pronunciation: /jus/

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