reused

[ree-yoozd]

adjective

1. noting wool that previously has been spun, woven, and used. use.

Word History and Origins

Origin of reused¹

re- + used

Example Sentences

What’s so great about fabric pumpkins is that they last year round without ever going bad — and they can be reused for many Halloweens to come.

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After materials like plastic and steel are removed, the remaining concrete can be ground up and reused.

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The investigation found about 1,300 listings had reused identical images - such as the same furniture, rooms and decor - from other supposedly unique listings.

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“It wasn’t common practice for studios or archives to hold onto objects. A lot of costumes and props would get reused, recycled, taken apart.”

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Until then Ms Mahapatra advises consumers to dispose of their air-con devices through recycling centres so the HFC inside can be properly reused or destroyed.

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