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

Faster engine production Unlike reusable aircraft engines that must remain in service for years, the TJ150 powers expendable systems that typically operate for only minutes or hours. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026

These reusable workflows embed detailed instructions, brand guidelines, and resources, acting as standard operating procedures for the AI. — Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

But in recent years, attention has shifted to less obvious sources of germs like reusable water bottles, kitchen sponges, cell phones and makeup brushes. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 20 July 2026

Make Fresh Fruit Popsicles Blend seasonal fruit with yogurt or juice and freeze the mixture in reusable molds (or small paper or plastic cups). — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 20 July 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