reusable

adjective

re·​us·​able (ˌ)rē-ˈyü-zə-bəl How to pronounce reusable (audio)
: capable of being used again or repeatedly

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However, safe, reusable braiding hair comes at a price. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 20 Mar. 2025 As a bonus, this reusable fake is a fun prop to keep around for make-believe health care provider visits. Kimberly Stoney, Parents, 19 Mar. 2025 SpaceX is developing Starship to be a fully reusable transportation system, meaning both the rocket and vehicle can return to the ground for additional missions. Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2025 The tycoon’s share of the reusable rocket-building company SpaceX is valued at $89 billion, per Forbes. Emily Blackwood, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for reusable

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First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reusable was in 1943

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“Reusable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reusable. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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reusable

adjective
re·​us·​able (ˈ)rē-ˈyü-zə-bəl How to pronounce reusable (audio)
: capable of being used again or repeatedly

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