I also consider it to mean proper use of something. But figured it was just me ascribing extra meaning. For instance, (assuming no context is provided) if some

I also consider it to mean proper use of something. But figured it was just me ascribing extra meaning. For instance, (assuming no context is provided) if someone said they utilized a fire extinguisher I would assume they meant to put out a fire. If they said they used a fire extinguisher, I would be wondering what they used it for (to propel an office chair , kill a mouse, cool their beer). Context of course almost always exists.