der Gebrauch
Translation
use, usage, application, custom
Examples
Vor Gebrauch gut schütteln.
Shake well before use.
Er machte von seinem Recht Gebrauch.
He made use of his right.
Grammar Patterns
to make use of sth. ((of sth.)) She made use of her right to cancel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Anwendung (application), die Nutzung (utilisation); Antonyms: der Missbrauch (misuse). Note: The plural 'die Gebräuche' means 'customs'.
Etymology
From the verb 'brauchen' (to need, to use). The prefix 'ge-' often forms nouns from verbs.
Memory Tips
It's what you 'brauchen' (need) something for – its 'Gebrauch' (use).