reusable

adjective

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

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The insulated walls help keep your hot coffee warmer for longer, while its reusable filter works to keep any grounds from leaking into your mug. Rebecca Martinson, Rolling Stone, 19 Dec. 2024 For reusable bottles, several local shops in Park City, including Locals, sell stylish options that double as souvenirs. AFAR Media, 19 Dec. 2024 Silicone baking mats: These reusable mats are a popular choice for lining baking pans. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024 An npm package is a piece of reusable code that can be easily shared, distributed and integrated into software projects. Lars Daniel, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 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 6 Jan. 2025.

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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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