user

noun

us·​er ˈyü-zər How to pronounce user (audio)
plural users
: someone who uses something: such as
a
: a person who uses a product or service
smartphone users
library users
The site has millions of users.
users of the city's transit system
see also end user, user fee, user-friendly, user interface, username
b
: a person who frequently uses alcoholic beverages or narcotics
a drug user

Examples of user in a Sentence

a person who started out as a user and is now a drug dealer as well
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The model comes with two batteries, charging cable, carry case and clear user manual, and is available for US$1,099. New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2025 Education and outreach Circulate San Diego sees following the rules of the road and driving responsibly as fundamental guidelines for users of all bicycles. Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025 The launch comes after Xiaomi last summer started selling smart glasses in China that let users tap the frame to change the lens tint. Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2025 This has unsurprisingly prompted outcry from some of its users. PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for user

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of user was in the 15th century

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“User.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/user. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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