1. The careless, negligent, or irresponsible removal, abandonment, or getting rid of something (especially waste, hazardous materials, or unwanted items) without proper regard for safety, legal requirements, or environmental consequences
The company was fined for reckless disposal of toxic chemicals into the river.
A empresa foi multada pelo descarte irresponsável de produtos químicos tóxicos no rio.
2. The act of discarding something in a manner that shows lack of care or caution, potentially causing harm or damage
Reckless disposal of electronic waste contributes to environmental pollution.
O descarte irresponsável de resíduos eletrônicos contribui para a poluição ambiental.