[uncountable] the act of using energy, food or materials; the amount used see also consume Extra Examples Half of the small crop was kept for home consumption.

The purchase and use of goods, services, materials, or energy. Frequently opposed to production. energy, fuel, oil consumption, etc.: see first element.

consume something to use something, especially fuel, energy or time. Extra Examples Bureaucracy consumes money that could have been spent on public services.

1. The process of using resources to satisfy human wants or needs. 2. In water supply, the fraction of the water that is not available for use by humans.

1consume something to use something, especially fuel, energy, or time The electricity industry consumes large amounts of fossil fuels.

[uncountable] the buying of expensive goods in order to impress people and show them how rich you are.

consumption. Quick Reference. n. any disease causing wasting of tissues, especially (formerly) pulmonary tuberculosis. —consumptive adj ...

CONSUMPTION definition: 1. the amount used or eaten: 2. the act of using, eating, or drinking something: 3. the situation…. Learn more.

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