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mileage

mile·age [ mlij ] or mil·age [ mlij ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. distance in miles: a distance or length measured in miles

2. number of miles vehicle has traveled: the total number of miles a vehicle has traveled

3. miles vehicle travels on fuel: the total number of miles a vehicle can travel on a particular amount of fuel, such as a gallon or a liter

4. travel allowance at fixed rate: a travel allowance, usually set and paid per mile by somebody's employer

5. advantage or usefulness of something: the amount of use, advantage, profit, or service that may be obtained from something ( informal )
It's amazing how much emotional mileage she can get out of a few simple words.

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