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Meaning of be used as
to be utilized or employed for a particular purpose
Etymology of be used as
The phrase "be used as" originates from the Old English words "be" (to be) and "usian" (to use), with "as" being a conjunction indicating a role or function
Historically, the phrase has been used to express the idea of something being employed or utilized for a specific purpose, with its meaning and usage evolving over time
Synonyms
serve as
act as
function as
work as
operate as
be utilized as
be employed as
be applied as
be implemented as
be exercised as
be exerted as
be expressed as
be manifested as
be displayed as
be shown as
be viewed as
be regarded as
be considered as
be seen as
be perceived as
be interpreted as
be translated as
be rendered as
be used for
be meant for
be intended for
be designed for
be destined for
Definitions
- to be employed for a particular purpose or function
- * to be utilized or applied in a specific way or context
- * to be considered or regarded as something
Usage Examples
- This tool can be used as a hammer or a screwdriver
- * She was used as a model for the painting
- * The data can be used as evidence in the trial
Antonyms
be unused
be idle
be inactive
be dormant
be inert
be ineffective
be futile
be worthless
be useless
be unproductive
be unfruitful
be unsuccessful
be ineffectual
be unavailing
be vain
be futile
be abortive
be barren
be sterile
be unprofitable
be disadvantageous