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Definition & Meaning of "utility"in English

Utility
01

a service that is provided to the public, such as electricity, water, or gas, which is used in daily life 

utility definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
utilities

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.

Examples
In winter, the utility costs rise because of the increased use of heating. 
02

the quality of being useful when applied 

03

a company that performs a public service; subject to government regulation 

04

the service (electric power or water or transportation) provided by a public utility 

05

(computer science) a program designed for general support of the processes of a computer 

06

(economics) a measure that is to be maximized in any situation involving choice 

utility
01

used of beef; usable but inferior 

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most utility
Comparative
more utility
gradable
02

capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team 

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