disposable

Meanings

• adjective

  Used or intended to be used only once; not intended for long-term use.

• adjective

  Designed to be discarded after one use.

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Antonyms

indisposable , non-disposable , nondisposable , undisposable

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Synonyms

single-use , throwaway

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with disposable
compostable , reusable , durable , stable

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Variants

List of all variants of disposable that leads to same result
disposabilities , disposability , disposable , disposables , disposable income

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'disponere,' meaning 'to arrange,' 'to put in order.' The term 'disposable' emerged in the late 19th century, primarily used in the context of military supplies.

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Trivia

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1. The first disposable diaper was invented in 1946 by Marion Donovan.

2. The disposable water bottle industry generates over $15 billion in revenue each year.

3. Disposable cutlery and plates were first used during World War II to reduce the need for washing utensils.

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Related Concepts

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1. Reusable: An alternative to disposable items, which can be used multiple times, reducing waste and environmental impact.

2. Biodegradable: Disposable items that can be broken down by natural processes into water, carbon dioxide, and biomass, posing little or no threat to the environment.

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Culture

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Disposable items have become a significant part of modern consumer culture, with widespread use in various industries such as food, medical, and personal care. They have been the subject of various debates regarding environmental impact, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

How to Memorize "disposable"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a single-use item, such as a water bottle or a plastic fork, being used once and then discarded.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'disposable' with the concept of 'single-use' or 'short-term use'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase, such as 'Dispose After One Use,' to help remember the meaning of the term.

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