transcription, транскрипция: [ kənsʌmpʃ(ə)n ]
1.
The consumption of fuel or natural resources is the amount of them that is used or the act of using them.
The laws have led to a reduction in fuel consumption in the US.
...a tax on the consumption of non-renewable energy resources.
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2.
The consumption of food or drink is the act of eating or drinking something, or the amount that is eaten or drunk. ( FORMAL )
Most of the wine was unfit for human consumption...
The average daily consumption of fruit and vegetables is around 200 grams...
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3.
Consumption is the act of buying and using things.
Recycling the waste from our increased consumption is better than burning it.
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4.
see also conspicuous consumption