consumption
//kənˈsʌmpʃən//
Noun
consumptionsPlural
1
The act or process of using up a resource, especially food, drink, or energy.
We need to reduce our energy consumption to protect the environment.
2
The amount of something that is used or eaten.
The consumption of electricity has increased this year.
3
A disease that causes the body to waste away, especially tuberculosis of the lungs (archaic medical term).
In the 19th century, many people died of consumption.