disuse

(noun, verb)

noun

1. the state of something that has been unused and neglected

Similar word(s): neglect

Definition categories: state, declination, decline

Sentences with disuse as a noun:

- The garden fell into disuse and became overgrown.

verb

1. (transitive) To cease the use of.

2. (transitive, archaic) To disaccustom.

- He was disused to hard work.