the act of employing, using or putting into service; use.

an instance of employing or using something.

the condition in which the use of something being inevetable or unavoidable; necessity.

gain or benefit; advantage.

something for which something is done or not done; purpose; intention.

a rich and elaborate meal served to a large number of people.

(nyāya phil.) the motive for discussing the point in question (?).