reusable

adjective

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

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The Quarterhorse series is intended to pave the way for an even more advanced platform, Darkhorse, a reusable hypersonic aircraft envisioned for defense and national security missions. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026 From fanny packs to use at Disney Park, to reusable shopping bags, organizational travel accessories, bag charms and more, this collection has items to suit every need in a whimsical way. Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026 Today, Hermeus aims to surpass that record with its Quarterhorse aircraft, which is being developed as a precursor to an even more ambitious reusable Darkhorse hypersonic aircraft intended for defense and national security applications. David Szondy march 03, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2026 Get your money’s worth by using it to clean hard plastic toys, pet beds, pillows, reusable grocery bags and more. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reusable

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First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

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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 5 Mar. 2026.

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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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