Definition of exploit

• n. - A deed or act; especially, a heroic act; a deed of renown; an adventurous or noble achievement; as, the exploits of Alexander the Great.
• n. - Combat; war.
• n. - To utilize; to make available; to get the value or usefulness out of; as, to exploit a mine or agricultural lands; to exploit public opinion.
• n. - Hence: To draw an illegitimate profit from; to speculate on; to put upon.