Byproduct: meaning, definitions and examples

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byproduct

[ ˈbaɪˌprɒdʌkt ]

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industrial production

A secondary or incidental product derived from a manufacturing process or chemical reaction. Byproducts are often produced unintentionally but can have commercial value.

Synonyms

incidental product, secondary product, spin-off

Examples of usage

Ethanol is a byproduct of the fermentation process in brewing beer.
Sulfuric acid is a byproduct of the manufacturing of certain metals.

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agriculture

A crop or animal product that is produced in addition to the main crop or livestock. Byproducts in agriculture can be used for various purposes such as animal feed or fertilizer.

Synonyms

additional product, secondary product

Examples of usage

Corn husks are a byproduct of corn production and can be used as animal feed.
Manure can be considered a byproduct of livestock farming.

Translations

Translations of the word "byproduct" in other languages:

🇵🇹 subproduto

🇮🇳 उपउत्पाद

🇩🇪 Nebenprodukt

🇮🇩 produk sampingan

🇺🇦 побічний продукт

🇵🇱 produkt uboczny

🇯🇵 副産物

🇫🇷 sous-produit

🇪🇸 subproducto

🇹🇷 yan ürün

🇰🇷 부산물

🇸🇦 منتج ثانوي

🇨🇿 vedlejší produkt

🇸🇰 vedľajší produkt

🇨🇳 副产品

🇸🇮 stranski proizvod

🇮🇸 aukaverk

🇰🇿 қосымша өнім

🇬🇪 მხარდაჭერილი პროდუქტი

🇦🇿 yan məhsul

🇲🇽 subproducto

Word origin

The term 'byproduct' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'by' and 'product' to refer to secondary products or results of a process. Byproducts play an important role in various industries and agriculture, contributing to resource efficiency and sustainability.