Meaning of utensil in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /juˈtɛnsəl/

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  1. Noun

    utensil

    Etymology

    late Middle English (denoting domestic implements or vessels collectively): from Old French utensile, from medieval Latin, neuter of Latin utensilis‘usable’, from uti‘to use’ (see use)

    Definitions

    1. an implement for practical use (especially in a household)

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