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utility
noun(u-til-i-ty)(computer science) a program designed for general support of the processes of a computer
Synonyms: service program, utility program,
Examples:
A computer system provides utility programs to perform the tasks needed by most users.
utility
noun(u-til-i-ty)the quality of being of practical use
Synonyms: usefulness,
Antonyms: inutility,
utility
adjective(u-til-i-ty)used of beef; usable but inferior
Synonyms: utility-grade,
utility
noun(u-til-i-ty)a company that performs a public service; subject to government regulation
Synonyms: public-service corporation, public utility, public utility company,
utility
adjective(u-til-i-ty)capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team
Synonyms: substitute,
Examples:
A utility infielder.
utility
noun(u-til-i-ty)a facility composed of one or more pieces of equipment connected to or part of a structure and designed to provide a service such as heat or electricity or water or sewage disposal
utility
noun(u-til-i-ty)(economics) a measure that is to be maximized in any situation involving choice
utility
noun(u-til-i-ty)the service (electric power or water or transportation) provided by a public utility