Meaning of the word mileage in English

What does mileage mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mileage

US /ˈmaɪ.lɪdʒ/
UK /ˈmaɪ.lɪdʒ/

Noun

1.

a number of miles travelled or covered.

Example:
the car is in good condition, considering its mileage
2.

actual or potential benefit or use to be derived from a situation or event.

Example:
he was getting a lot of mileage out of the mix-up
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