recyclable

adjective (recyclable); noun (recyclables — things that can be recycled)

«recyclable» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

Recyclable means able to be recycled — collected and made into new things instead of being thrown away. tree →

In the lessons

Science and geography (the environment): paper, cardboard, glass, metal cans and many plastics are recyclable; food waste can be composted. Everyday life: put recyclable items in the recycling bin; look for the recycling symbol. Phrases: recyclable packaging, fully recyclable, recyclable materials.

Examples

Glass bottles are recyclable. tree →
Put recyclable things in the blue bin. tree →
Is this yoghurt pot recyclable? tree →
Look for the recycling symbol to see if it's recyclable. tree →
Crisp packets are often not recyclable. tree →
The company switched to recyclable packaging. tree →

Note

Spelling: recycl-able (drop the e of recycle, add -able). Opposite: non-recyclable. Trap: not everything with a recycling-like symbol is recyclable in every town — check local rules; dirty or greasy items may not be accepted.

On Mova

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