Baretti: A dictionary of the English and Italian languages
Usánz-a, s. f. disp. Usánz-áccia,
1. use, custom, habit, usage, common practice, fashion, way; 2. manner, fashion, wise, way, rate. Essere indietro un'—, to be out of or behind the fashion;3. conversation, frequenting, keeping company, familiarity. Aver — con uno, to converse or keep company with one. Tenere in —, to observe a custom or usage. Prendere in —, to accustom one's self; 4. work, labours.