Disposable: meaning, definitions and examples
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disposable
[ dɪˈspəʊzəbl ]
use once
Designed to be thrown away after use or a single use. Disposable items are often made of plastic, paper, or other materials that are not intended to be reused.
Synonyms
single-use, throwaway
Examples of usage
- These disposable cups are convenient for parties.
- I prefer using disposable gloves when working with chemicals.
- The hotel provides disposable toiletries for guests.
product
An item intended to be thrown away after use, typically made from inexpensive materials.
Synonyms
single-use product, throwaway item
Examples of usage
- The company manufactures a range of disposable products.
- Disposable masks have become popular during the pandemic.
Translations
Translations of the word "disposable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 descartável
🇮🇳 डिस्पोजेबल
🇩🇪 einweg
🇮🇩 sekali pakai
🇺🇦 одноразовий
🇵🇱 jednorazowy
🇯🇵 使い捨て
🇫🇷 jetable
🇪🇸 desechable
🇹🇷 tek kullanımlık
🇰🇷 일회용
🇸🇦 يمكن التخلص منه
🇨🇿 jednorázový
🇸🇰 jednorazový
🇨🇳 一次性
🇸🇮 za enkratno uporabo
🇮🇸 einingarnot
🇰🇿 бір реттік қолдану
🇬🇪 ერთჯერადი
🇦🇿 bir dəfəlik
🇲🇽 desechable
Word origin
The word 'disposable' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the verb 'dispose' with the suffix '-able'. The concept of disposable products became more prevalent in the 20th century with the rise of consumer culture and convenience-driven lifestyles.
See also: disposability, disposableness, disposal, disposed, disposer, disposing, dispossession, indisposition, predisposition.