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Non-User

/ˈnɒnˈjuːzər/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person who does not use a particular product, service, or system.

    "Despite the app's popularity, there are still many non-users who prefer traditional methods."
  2. 2

    An individual who is not a participant in a specific activity or community.

    "The survey revealed that non-users of the platform were often unaware of its benefits."

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The term 'non-user' is a compound word formed from the prefix 'non-', derived from Latin 'non' meaning 'not', and 'user', which comes from the Old French 'user', meaning 'to use'. The combination reflects a modern understanding of individuals who do not engage with a particular service or product, evolving in usage with the rise of technology and digital platforms.

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