use case

American  

[yoos keys] / ˈjus ˌkeɪs /

noun

1. a scenario in which something is or may be useful; a particular situation in which something, especially a technology, is tested or employed.

   The pharmaceutical database offers filters for a variety of use cases, such as prescribing, pricing, and dispensing medication.

   The new feature works, but we would anticipate better performance in a real-world use case.

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Etymology

Origin of use case

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

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use case

For most Americans, a practical use case leans heavily toward traditional hybrids, Murphy added.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026

Though the Hauler is in the same class as long-haul trucks, Cohen said its primary use case will be for shorter, back-and-forth journeys.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2026

"The primary use case for a humanoid robot today is to walk on stage and artificially inflate your share price," he says.

From BBC ● May 28, 2026

"This use case illustrates how closely progress in high-performance computing and quantum research are intertwined today."

From Science Daily ● May 11, 2026

Piloting an AI use case, understood as running a small-scale test, used to curry favor with investors.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 26, 2026