The term 'put to use' can be broken down into eight different crossword solutions: EXERT (5 letters), APPLIED (7 letters), EMPLOY (6 letters), UTILIZE (7 letters), TAP (3 letters), DEPLOY (6 letters), AVAIL (5 letters), and PLY (3 letters). Each of these words has a similar meaning, which is to make use of something. EXERT means to use physical or mental effort, APPLIED means to put something into practice, EMPLOY means to use someone's services, UTILIZE means to make use of something, TAP means to use a resource, DEPLOY means to use something strategically, AVAIL means to make use of an opportunity, PLY means to use something repeatedly, and APPLY means to use something in a particular situation. All of these words are related to the term 'put to use, ' which means to make use of something.