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English to English noun
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the period of time permitted by commercial usage for the payment of a bill of exchange (especially a foreign bill of exchange) |  | source: wordnet30
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(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing |  | Example: the consumption of energy has increased steadily
source: wordnet30
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accepted or habitual practice |  | source: wordnet30
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Use; usage; employment. |  | source: webster1913
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