consume

B1
Pronunciation
/kənˈsjuːm/
/kənˈsjuːm/
/kənˈsuːm/
Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To use up.

Example Sentences
  • The power plant consumes 30 tons of coal per hour.
2 Definition

To eat.

Example Sentences
  • Baby birds consume their own weight in food each day.
3 Definition

To completely occupy the thoughts or attention of.

Example Sentences
  • Desire consumed him.
4 Definition

To destroy completely.

Example Sentences
  • The building was consumed by fire.
5 Definition

To waste away slowly.

6 Definition

To trade money for good or services as an individual.

Example Sentences
  • If you consume this product while in Japan, you may be subject to consumption tax.
7 Definition

To absorb information, especially through the mass media.

Example Sentences
  • The Internet has changed the way we consume news.