reusable

adjective

re·​us·​able (ˌ)rē-ˈyü-zə-bəl 

: capable of being used again or repeatedly

reusability

(ˌ)rē-ˌyü-zə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

Examples of reusable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Blue Origin and SpaceX, along with a growing number of new rocket companies, are developing reusable space launch systems that could fundamentally change the economics and sustainability of space missions. — ABC News, 12 Nov. 2026

The defense contractor will help design, develop, integrate, and maintain mission systems for Hermeus’ reusable, high-Mach aircraft. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026

But the shuttles were strapped to separate, partially reusable rockets for launch. — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2026

Each guest room offers two complimentary reusable water bottles that can be filled at hydration stations sprinkled throughout the property. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for reusable

• diffusible
• excusable
• infusible
• unusable
• fusible
• usable
• inexcusable

Kids Definition

reusable

adjective

re·​us·​able (ˈ)rē-ˈyü-zə-bəl 

: capable of being used again or repeatedly