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Definition recycle in British English

recycle verb

[transitive] verb
/riːˈsaɪk(ə)l/
1

to change waste materials such as newspapers and bottles so that they can be used again

Example

Japan recycles 40% of its waste.

Example

recycled paper/glass

Synonyms and related words
anthropogenic biodegradable biohazard
2

to use something again, often for a different purpose

Example

The advertising industry is recycling old ideas to sell new things.

Synonyms and related words
repurpose go towards bring in
Definition recycle in British English