Meaning of the word utilities in English

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

utilities

US /juːˈtɪl.ɪ.tiz/
UK /juːˈtɪl.ɪ.tiz/

Plural Noun

1.

a service (such as a supply of electricity or water) provided to the public by a public utility

Example:
The monthly rent includes all utilities.
We need to pay the electricity and water utilities by the end of the week.
2.

the usefulness of something

Example:
The utilities of this new software are endless.
He questioned the practical utilities of the proposed plan.