disposable
Pronunciation: [dɪsˈpoʊzəbl]
Word
Context: “everyday use”
(adjective) something that is meant to be used once or for a short time, and then thrown away. For example, when you use a paper plate for your lunch, you don't keep it; you toss it in the trash after you're done.
Example
We bought disposable cups for the picnic so we wouldn't have to wash dishes afterward.
Example
These reusable dishes are better than disposable ones because they don't create waste.
Example
Did you bring any disposable utensils for the party?
Context: “consumer goods”
(noun) an item that is designed to be used only once or for a limited time before being discarded. You can think of it like a one-time use item—something that helps you and then is thrown away, like a plastic straw.
Example
The restaurant uses disposable straws to make cleanup easier.
Example
I don't like using disposables because they can harm the environment.
Example
What kind of disposable items do we need to buy for the event?
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