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reutilize

[ riːˈjuːtɪlaɪz ]

Verb

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in business

To use something again, especially in a different way or for a different purpose. It involves taking an existing item or idea and finding new ways to make use of it.

Synonyms

recycle, repurpose, reuse.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
reutilize	This is a repetition of 'reutilize', which has already been explained.
reuse	Widely used in everyday language where an item is used again for the same or a similar purpose without significant modification. You can reuse this jar to store spices in your kitchen
recycle	Commonly used in everyday situations related to waste management where materials are processed and converted into new products. Remember to recycle your plastic bottles to help save the environment
repurpose	Used when an object or material is given a new function or role, different from its original use. She decided to repurpose the old ladder into a stylish bookshelf

Examples of usage

Many companies reutilize their old materials to reduce waste.
It is important to reutilize resources in order to be more sustainable.

Translations

Translations of the word "reutilize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reutilizar

🇮🇳 पुनः उपयोग करना

🇩🇪 wiederverwenden

🇮🇩 menggunakan kembali

🇺🇦 повторно використовувати

🇵🇱 ponownie używać

🇯🇵 再利用する (sairiyou suru)

🇫🇷 réutiliser

🇪🇸 reutilizar

🇹🇷 yeniden kullanmak

🇰🇷 재사용하다 (jaesayonghada)

🇸🇦 إعادة استخدام (i'adat aistikhdam)

🇨🇿 znovu použít

🇸🇰 znovu použiť

🇨🇳 再利用 (zàilìyòng)

🇸🇮 ponovno uporabiti

🇮🇸 endurnýta

🇰🇿 қайта пайдалану

🇬🇪 ხელახლა გამოყენება

🇦🇿 təkrar istifadə etmək

🇲🇽 reutilizar

Etymology

The word 'reutilize' is a combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'utilize' meaning 'to use'. The concept of reutilization has become increasingly important in the context of sustainability and environmental conservation, as it promotes the idea of using resources efficiently and reducing waste. The term has gained popularity in the business world, particularly in discussions around recycling and repurposing materials.