reusable

adjective

re·​us·​able (ˌ)rē-ˈyü-zə-bəl How to pronounce reusable (audio)
: capable of being used again or repeatedly

Examples of reusable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Bring reusable bags as there are so many cool things for sale at the Public Market by local artisans. Miriam Porter, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 Starship, still in development, is a fully reusable spacecraft and rocket system designed for missions to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and other locations in the solar system, and it’s set to seriously transform the aerospace industry. George Dvorsky / Gizmodo, Quartz, 27 Feb. 2024 Staying organized with reusable bags and packing cubes is a great way to save space. Hilary Tetenbaum, Detroit Free Press, 23 Feb. 2024 For those who either don't have them already or forgot to bring a bag from home, Aldi shoppers can purchase reusable store bags at the checkout stand. John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 23 Feb. 2024 Pixie Menstrual Disc Kit $40 When your tween or teen feels ready to take the leap and use a reusable menstrual disc, the Pixie disc kit is a great way to get started. Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 21 Feb. 2024 Empty reusable water bottles and hydration packs, and plastic or aluminum water bottles. Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 27 Feb. 2024 Starbucks tested the bring-your-own cup program and other reusable cup programs at stores and drive-thrus in California, Colorado, Arizona State University and other locations between 2019 and 2023. Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2024 Your dedicated butler and a concierge from Le Barth Villa Rental greet you at the Aqua Villa with Champagne from the owners’ vineyard, Leclerc Briant, as well as pastries, charcuterie, French cheese, and a welcome package (beach and swimsuit bags, hats, flip flops, reusable water bottles, etc). Nicolas Stecher, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reusable was in 1943

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“Reusable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reusable. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

reusable

adjective
re·​us·​able (ˈ)rē-ˈyü-zə-bəl How to pronounce reusable (audio)
: capable of being used again or repeatedly

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