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Utility
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公用事业, 公共服务
a service that is provided to the public, such as electricity, water, or gas, which is used in daily life
What is a "utility"?
A utility refers to a service or system that provides essential resources or services, such as water, electricity, gas, or waste management, to homes and businesses. Utilities are typically provided by public or private companies and are crucial for daily living. For example, electricity is needed to power lights and appliances, while water is necessary for drinking, bathing, and cooking. Utility companies are responsible for maintaining these systems and ensuring they function properly. Utilities are often paid for on a monthly basis through billing systems.
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实用性, 功能性
the quality of being useful when applied
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公用事业公司, 效用
a company that performs a public service; subject to government regulation
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公共事业, 效用
the service (electric power or water or transportation) provided by a public utility
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工具, 实用程序
(computer science) a program designed for general support of the processes of a computer
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效用, 使用性
(economics) a measure that is to be maximized in any situation involving choice
utility
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实用的, 劣质的
used of beef; usable but inferior
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多功能的, 灵活的
capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team
utility
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util
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inutility
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inutility
n
例子
Our utility bill includes charges for waste disposal along with water and electricity.
In winter, the utility costs rise because of the increased use of heating.
The utility company came to fix the power outage in our neighborhood.
The storm caused a disruption in utility services throughout the city.
The government is responsible for ensuring the provision of essential utilities to all citizens.
