consume
Translation
to consume, to eat, to drink, to use up
Examples
People consume a lot of sugar.
People consume a lot of sugar.
This car consumes a lot of fuel.
This car consumes a lot of fuel.
The fire consumed the entire building.
The fire consumed the entire building.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to eat or drink sth. People consume a lot of sugar.
((sth.)) to use fuel, energy, or time This car consumes a lot of fuel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: use up, eat, devour, expend
Etymology
From Latin 'consumere', from 'con-' (altogether) + 'sumere' (to take up). Literally, 'to take up completely'.
Memory Tips
A 'consumer' is a person who 'consumes' goods. Link the two words together.