reuse
UK/ri:'ju:z/US
C2
Definitions
v.
To use something again
再次使用，重复利用
n.
The act of using something again
重复利用，再利用
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedre- (again) + use = 'use again.' Fully transparent; central to the environmental phrase 'reduce, reuse, recycle.'
Root us still carries 68 more wordsUsage Guide
Like misuse, stress and final sound shift: verb re-USE ends in /z/ (/riːˈjuːz/), noun RE-use ends in /s/ (/riːˈjuːs/).
Example Sentences
- 1.
You can reuse this jar to store spices.
- 2.
The factory promotes the reuse of packaging materials.
- 3.
Reduce, reuse, recycle is the standard waste hierarchy.