Meaning of the word renewable in English

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renewable

US /rɪˈnuː.ə.bəl/
UK /rɪˈnuː.ə.bəl/
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Adjective

1.

able to be renewed; able to be replaced naturally or by human effort

Example:
Solar energy is a renewable resource.
The company focuses on developing renewable technologies.
2.

(of a contract, license, etc.) capable of being continued for a further period

Example:
The lease agreement is renewable annually.
His work permit is renewable after five years.
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