Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disuse
Noun
/dɪsˈjuːs/
Definition
The state of not being used or utilized.
Examples
- The old furniture fell into disuse after the family moved away.
- After years of disuse, the skills he once had began to fade.
- The technology was left in disuse when newer alternatives became available.
Meaning
Disuse refers to a situation where something is no longer in use. This can apply to objects, practices, or even skills that have fallen out of use over time.
Synonyms
- Neglect
- Abandonment
- Inactivity
- Obsolescence
