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1. 1.Without use or the possibility to be used.

   • This fork's prongs are bent. It's useless now.
   • I'm all for opening new stations (Transport Scotland is planning another at East Linton, about halfway between Drem and Dunbar), but they are useless without a decent service.

2. 2.Unhelpful, not useful; pointless (of an action).

   • I think it's useless to keep this discussion going. It's like talking to a brick wall.
   • I tried my best to make him quit smoking, but my efforts were useless. He now smokes six packs a day.

3. 3.Good-for-nothing; not dependable.

   • Bill never mows the lawn, takes out the trash or anything. He's useless, but I love him anyways.

4. 4.Of a person, Unable to do well at a particular task or endeavor.(colloquial)

   • Why do you keep trying? You're obviously useless at it.
   • My brother is useless at most computer games, but he is an awesome PS2 player.

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