recycling
|re-cy-cling|
B1
/riˈsaɪklɪŋ/
(recycle)
reuse materials
Etymology
Etymology Information
'recycle' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'cycle' from Greek 'kyklos' meaning 'circle'.
Historical Evolution
'recycle' evolved from the concept of 'cycling' materials back into use, becoming a common term in the 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cycle again', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reprocessing materials'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of converting waste materials into reusable materials.
Recycling helps reduce waste in landfills.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35