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Refillable: meaning, definitions and examples

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refillable

 

[ rɪˈfɪl.ə.bəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

capable of reuse

Refillable refers to an item designed to be refilled with a substance, typically a liquid, making it reusable and sustainable. Common examples include refillable water bottles and pens. This term is often associated with reducing waste and promoting environmental responsibility.

Synonyms

refillable container, reusable, sustainable

Examples of usage

  • I always carry a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated and reduce plastic waste.
  • Refillable ink cartridges are a cost-effective alternative to disposable ones.
  • Many coffee shops offer a discount for using refillable mugs.

Translations

Translations of the word "refillable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recarregável

🇮🇳 फिर से भरने योग्य

🇩🇪 wiederbefüllbar

🇮🇩 dapat diisi ulang

🇺🇦 перезаряджуваний

🇵🇱 wielokrotnego użytku

🇯🇵 再充填可能な

🇫🇷 rechargeable

🇪🇸 recargable

🇹🇷 yeniden doldurulabilir

🇰🇷 재충전 가능

🇸🇦 قابل لإعادة التعبئة

🇨🇿 znovu plnitelný

🇸🇰 znovu plniteľný

🇨🇳 可重复填充的

🇸🇮 ponovno polnljiv

🇮🇸 endurnýjanlegur

🇰🇿 қайта толтыруға болатын

🇬🇪 ახალი შევსების შესაძლებლობა

🇦🇿 yenidən doldurula bilən

🇲🇽 recargable

Etymology

The term 'refillable' has its roots in the verb 'refill,' which emerged in the English language in the late 14th century. The prefix 're-' means 'again' or 'back,' and 'fill' derives from Old English 'fyllan,' meaning 'to make full, to fill up.' The combination of these elements conveys the idea of filling something again after it has been emptied. In recent decades, as environmental concerns have grown, the concept of refillable products has gained popularity, emphasizing sustainability and the reduction of single-use items. This shift has led to an increase in the production and usage of refillable products across various industries, including food, beverages, and personal care.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,588, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.