Reuse

/ˌriːˈjuːz/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To use something again after it has been used.

We should reuse plastic bottles instead of throwing them away.

To make use of again or more than once.

She decided to reuse the old fabric to make a new dress.

To employ again for a similar purpose.

The company promotes the idea to reuse office supplies to reduce waste.

From re- + use

reuse old materials

To use previously used materials again in new projects.

reuse and recycle

A popular phrase emphasizing the importance of not wasting resources.

recycling

The process of converting waste into reusable material.

upcycling

Transforming byproducts, waste materials, or unwanted products into new materials or products of better quality.

resourcefulness

The ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

To make the most out of something

We're going to reuse these scrap materials instead of buying new ones.

To be frugal or thrifty

He's really good at reusing stuff; he never throws anything away.