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Definition of consumption - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
measurementamount of something that is used
- The fuel consumption of the car is high.
2.
nutritionact of eating or drinking something
- The consumption of water is essential for life.
3.
economic spendingTECH. expenditure on goods and servicesTECH.
- Consumption drives the economy.
4.
medicalDated wasting away of the body due to diseaseDated
- He suffered from consumption in the 19th century.
Expressions with consumption
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intended for the general public to see or use
The report was edited for public consumption.
meant to be used or seen by a certain person
This report is for internal consumption only.
not safe or suitable for people to eat or drink
The water was declared unfit for human consumption.
not safe for people to eat or drink
This water is unsafe for human consumption.
amount of fuel or natural gas used by something over time
The car's gas consumption increased after the engine problem appeared.
amount of oil used by people, companies, or countries over time
Global oil consumption has risen steadily over the past decades.
state of being prepared for viewing or use by the general public
The report was edited for public consumption before being shared online.
safe and suitable for people to eat or drink
The water is fit for human consumption.
state of not using or consuming something
Non-consumption of sugary drinks can improve health.
use of digital goods, services, or content instead of physical things
Virtual consumption is common in online games and streaming services.
amount of gasoline used by a vehicle engine over time or distance
The car's gasoline consumption increased after years of heavy use.
tax charged on money spent buying or using goods and services
The government raised the consumption tax to increase public revenue.
total spending by families on goods and services for everyday living
Household consumption rose sharply after the government cut taxes.
amount of energy used by a device or system
The power consumption of the refrigerator was surprisingly low..
spending by households on goods and services for personal use
Private consumption increased as households spent more on travel and entertainment.
using things together to save money and resources
Collaborative consumption helps people share cars and tools.
purchasing costly goods to impress others and raise social standing
He practiced conspicuous consumption to impress his coworkers at parties.
spending on goods and services used for daily living needs
Rising consumption expenditure boosted the country's economic growth.
use of materials in production processes
The factory's consumption of materials increased last year.
use of food by eating to get energy or stay alive
Food consumption is higher during the winter months in cold regions.
rate at which fuel is burned
The fuel consumption rate increases when driving uphill.
very large-scale use of goods or services by many people
The rise of mass consumption transformed how companies designed and marketed products.
total use of energy resources in raw form before conversion
The country's primary energy consumption has doubled over the last three decades.
use of products and resources that avoids harm and can continue long-term
The report promotes sustainable consumption to reduce waste and protect natural resources.
Origin of consumption
Latin, consumere (to use up)
Terms with consumption included in their meaning
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consumption
consume a liquid through the mouth
consumption
beverages consumed for refreshment or pleasure
medical
water safe for human consumption
regular consumption
food and drink regularly consumed by a person or animal
consumption
the act of consuming food
consumption
completely used up or consumed
consumption
the amount of liquid taken in one gulp
consumption
consume food or drink
pet feed
food prepared for consumption by animals
consumption
consume or deplete something
liquid consumption
act of consuming liquids
alcohol consumption
act of consuming alcoholic beverages
consumption
consume resources or materials
animal
kill animals for food consumption
exercise
involving or improving oxygen consumption by the body
alcohol-based game
game involving alcohol consumption as part of its rules
intoxicated state
affected by excessive consumption of alcohol
consumption
eat until you are satisfied
energy measurement
device measuring electrical energy consumption
consumption
consume the last part of something
consumption
ready to be consumed
consumption
use less of something
after drinking
unpleasant effects following excessive alcohol consumption
drink promotion
advertising campaign promoting milk consumption
Examples of consumption in a sentence
Electricity consumption peaks in the summer. Excessive consumption of sugar can lead to health issues. Moderate consumption of alcohol is advised. Household consumption increased during the holiday season. The report showed a decline in consumption last quarter. Consumption was a common cause of death then.
The novel's character died of consumption.
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- French:consommation, ingestion, ...
- German:Verbrauch, Konsum, ...
- Italian:consumo, assunzione, ...
- Spanish:consumo, ingesta, ...
- Portuguese:consumo, ingestão, ...
- Chinese:消耗量, 摄入, ...
- Japanese:消費, 摂取, ...
- Arabic:اِسْتِهْلاك, تناول, ...
- Hebrew:צְרִיכָה, אֲכִילָה, ...
- Russian:потребление, расходы, ...
- Ukrainian:споживання, вживання, ...
- Hindi:खपत, सेवन, ...
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