usure

词形变化

usures 复数 usured usures 三单 usures usuring usuring 现在分词 usured 过去式 usured 过去分词

释义与例句

n.
  1. 1.

    The process by which a metaphor inexorably loses its freshness, power, and imagery through overuse.

    不可数 可数
  2. 2.

    An instance of degredation due to use; A sign of wear and tear.

    可数 不可数
v.
  1. 1.

    To commit usury.

    不及物 废旧
  2. 2.

    To cause to degenerate through usage.

词源

Borrowed from French usure.

来源：wiktionary