make use

== English == === Verb === make use (third-person singular simple present makes use, present participle making use, simple past and past participle made use) (with of) To use, usually productively and/or for a specific purpose. (archaic) To help oneself. ==== Usage notes ==== Almost always followed by of. ==== Synonyms ==== (use): employ, exploit, take advantage of, avail (reflexive) ==== Translations ====