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Meaning of in use in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    in use

    Definitions

    1. currently being used

    Examples

    • « robots are in use throughout industry »

    Synonyms

    • used

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