Meaning of the word recycle in English

What does recycle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

recycle

US /ˌriːˈsaɪ.kəl/

UK /ˌriːˈsaɪ.kəl/

convert (waste) into reusable material

Example:

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We need to recycle plastic bottles and paper.

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The factory aims to recycle 80% of its waste.

Synonym:

reprocess reuse reclaim recover

use again or anew

Example:

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The company decided to recycle old ideas into new products.

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He tried to recycle a joke he heard last week, but it didn't land well.

Synonym:

repurpose reutilize reapply