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Definition of user

user

/ˈjuː.zɚ/
us · er
Plural:users
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• noun

1

A person who uses or operates something, especially a computer system, software application, or other service.

Example

"Every registered user must create a secure password before accessing the online portal."

2

A person who selfishly exploits or takes advantage of other people for personal gain.

Example

"She eventually realized that her acquaintance was a manipulative user who only called when he needed favors."

3

A person who habitually takes illicit or addictive drugs.

Example

"The community clinic offers counseling and medical support for any recovering user seeking treatment."

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• Rhymes for user

• Nearby Words

useless
uselessly
uselessness
user
username
usher
usherette

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the verb 'use' (borrowed from Old French 'user', from Vulgar Latin 'usare', based on Latin 'usus') combined with the agent suffix '-er'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of User. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/user
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