waste
waste
discarded materials
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waste with English translation
waste usage examples
Do not pour chemicals down the sink; hazardous waste needs special disposal.
Не выливайте химикаты в раковину — опасные отходы требуют специальной утилизации.
The factory reduced waste by fixing leaks and reusing materials.
Фабрика сократила отходы, устранив утечки и повторно используя материалы.
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waste belongs to the topic "Cleaning and Repairs". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
waste synonyms
What's the difference between waste / garbage / trash / refuse / litter / debris
The garbage truck comes every Monday.
Throw the broken cup in the trash.
formal or official term for discarded material; used in regulations and municipal contexts
The council is responsible for refuse collection.
small pieces of waste carelessly dropped in public places; also used as a verb
Please don't drop litter in the park.
scattered fragments, wreckage or remains, often after damage or demolition
Emergency crews cleared the debris after the storm.
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How to pronounce waste and what this word means
waste means waste. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce waste
/ˈweɪst/
waste translation
waste
waste examples
Do not pour chemicals down the sink; hazardous waste needs special disposal.
waste transcription
/ˈweɪst/, /ə ˈweɪst/
Questions about this word
waste meaning: what does it mean?
discarded materials
waste pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
waste is pronounced as /ˈweɪst/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
waste definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Do not pour chemicals down the sink; hazardous waste needs special disposal. Translation: Не выливайте химикаты в раковину — опасные отходы требуют специальной утилизации.
Is waste part of Climate and Ecology vocabulary?
Yes, waste can be learned in the Climate and Ecology topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is waste part of Cleaning and Repairs vocabulary?
Yes, waste can be learned in the Cleaning and Repairs topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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