exploit:1

noun
ex*ploit \ ˈek-ˌsplȯit \ ik-ˈsplȯit \
15th century
  • deed, act; especially : a notable, memorable, or heroic act

exploit:2

verb
ex*ploit \ ik-ˈsplȯit \ ˈek-ˌsplȯit \
1795{ds||1||}
  • to make productive use of : utilize
  • to make use of meanly or unfairly for one's own advantage
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