noun

user

Someone who uses a product, service, or system.

Each user chooses a password when setting up an account.

Etymology

The agent ending forms a person-name from use. It identifies whoever operates or benefits from a product, service, or system.

More examples

  • As a regular bus user, I depend on reliable schedules.
  • The app lets users adjust the size of the text.
  • The manual helps first-time users operate the camera safely.

Forms

user · users

use verb — To employ something for a purpose.

Similar words

customer
Pays for goods or services, rather than simply using them.
consumer
Uses goods or services, especially in an economic context.