reuse
UK: /ˌriːˈjuːz/ | US: /ˌriːˈjuːz/
vt. to use again or more than once
n. the act of using something again
The word "reuse" combines the prefix "re-" (from Latin, meaning "again") with the root "use" (from Old French "user," meaning "to employ"). This structure directly reflects the concept of employing something repeatedly. The prefix "re-" is widely productive in English, attaching to verbs to indicate repetition (e.g., "rewrite," "rebuild"). The simplicity of "reuse" makes it easily recognizable and logically memorable.
Please reuse this container to reduce waste.
The company encourages customers to reuse shopping bags.
Creative reuse of materials can lead to innovative designs.
The software supports the reuse of existing code.
Reuse is a key principle of sustainable living.