Reuse: meaning, definitions and examples

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reuse

[ riːˈjuːz ]

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environmental

To use something again instead of throwing it away, especially in order to protect the environment.

Synonyms

recycle, repurpose, utilize

Examples of usage

We should encourage people to reuse plastic bags instead of throwing them away after one use.
The concept of reusing materials is becoming more popular as people become more aware of environmental issues.

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general

To use something again or differently in a new context or for a different purpose.

Synonyms

recycle, repurpose, reutilize

Examples of usage

He decided to reuse an old wooden pallet as a table in his living room.
The artist often reuses materials in her artwork to create unique pieces.

Translations

Translations of the word "reuse" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reutilizar

🇮🇳 पुनः उपयोग करना

🇩🇪 wiederverwenden

🇮🇩 menggunakan kembali

🇺🇦 використовувати повторно

🇵🇱 ponownie używać

🇯🇵 再利用する

🇫🇷 réutiliser

🇪🇸 reutilizar

🇹🇷 yeniden kullanmak

🇰🇷 재사용하다

🇸🇦 إعادة استخدام

🇨🇿 znovu použít

🇸🇰 znovu použiť

🇨🇳 重复使用

🇸🇮 ponovno uporabiti

🇮🇸 endurnýta

🇰🇿 қайта пайдалану

🇬🇪 ახალი გამოყენება

🇦🇿 təkrar istifadə etmək

🇲🇽 reutilizar

Word origin

The word 'reuse' originated from the combination of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'use', dating back to the early 17th century. The concept of reusing materials has been practiced throughout history, especially in times of scarcity or environmental awareness. Reusing items instead of discarding them has become an important aspect of sustainability and waste reduction in modern times.