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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Isaacman is well suited for leading the space agency during the rise of the commercial space industry, with its large potential profits and much lower launch costs because of reusable rockets. Thomas Black, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026 There were ample complimentary and colorful reusable bags to fill with items such as lip balm, back scratchers, reusable water bottles, informational leaflets and snacks, plus candy and fruit. Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 The drones evolved into reusable boats that can carry multiple rocket launchers. Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 Astrobotic plans to incorporate this state-of-the-art propulsion technology into future vehicles, including Griffin-class lunar landers, Xodiac- and Xogdor-class reusable rockets, and an orbital transfer vehicle currently in development. Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reusable

Word History

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 27 Apr. 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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