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US/juːˈtɪl.ə.ti/
UK/juːˈtɪl.ə.ti/
a service such as electricity, water or gas that people pay for; also usefulness
In context
Our utility bills nearly doubled during the heatwave because of the air conditioner.
The rent is six million dong a month, not including utilities.
Some experts question the real utility of these expensive smart devices.
Words that go with utility
noun + noun
- utility billsYou can pay your utility bills through most banking apps.
- utility companyThe utility company cut off the water while they repaired the pipe.
adjective + noun
- public utilitiesPublic utilities in many cities are owned by the state.
verb + noun
- pay the utilitiesOnce we pay the utilities each month, there is little money left for fun.
noun + preposition
- utility ofTeachers are discussing the utility of AI tools in the classroom.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The rent doesn't include electricity and water money.Correct: The rent doesn't include utilities.