Qollanilmay

Qollanilmay is a term used in Turkic-language linguistic texts, particularly in Uzbek and Kazakh, to indicate that something is not used or not applicable. It derives from the verb meaning “to use” and appears as a non-finite negated participle, commonly found in descriptions of methods, terms, or devices that are no longer in use.

Etymology and form: The root qo’llan- means “to use” or “to apply.” The form -il often marks a passive or non-finite derivation, and the ending -may signals negation. The combined form qollanilmay conveys “not being used” or “not applicable.” In standard Uzbek or Kazakh spellings it may appear as qo’llanilmay or qollanilmay, with orthographic variants depending on dialect or script.

Usage: It is regularly used to label obsolete or unused items in technical writing, dictionaries, and grammars. Example: Bu usul qollanilmaydi means “This method is not used” or “This method is not applicable.” The form can occur in descriptive sentences and as a label within lists of terms that are considered no longer in use.

Related forms and notes: The term often appears alongside other non-finite forms of qo’llan-, such as qollaniladigan (usable/usable in general contexts) or qo’llanma (manual or guide), underscoring its role in describing applicability and usage in Turkic linguistic resources.