- utility⇄adj. 1. used for various purposes.
Ex. a utility shed in the yard, a utility infielder.
2. of low grade, usually from older animals.
Ex. utility beef. - utility⇄expr. utilities, shares of stock issued by a public utility company.
Ex. Utilities managed to edge up 0.08% (Wall Street Journal). - utility⇄noun 1. usefulness; power to satisfy people's wants.
Ex. A fur coat has more utility in winter than in summer.
2. a useful thing.
3. a company that performs a public service; public utility. Railroads, bus lines, and gas and electric - utility⇄utility, noun, pl.-ties,adjective.