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recycle

verb [T]
 
 
/ˌriːˈsaɪ.kl̩/

Definition

B1 to collect and treat rubbish in order to produce useful materials that can be used again: The Japanese recycle more than half their waste paper.Environmental issuesRubbish and wasteProtection and protectorsPreserving and savingDefending and protecting
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