recycle

[/riːˈsaɪkəl/]
verb
reciclar
1. to process used or waste materials so they can be used again
We recycle plastic bottles and paper every week.
Reciclamos garrafas plásticas e papel toda semana.
2. to use something again in a different way or context
The director decided to recycle old footage for the new film.
O diretor decidiu reciclar cenas antigas para o novo filme.
3. to go through a cycle again; to return to a previous state
The system will recycle after the update is complete.
O sistema será reciclado após a conclusão da atualização.
In Brazil, recycling (reciclagem) has become increasingly important due to environmental concerns, with many cities implementing selective waste collection programs. The term 'reciclar' is widely used in urban centers and is part of growing environmental consciousness. In the USA, recycling is deeply embedded in environmental policy and suburban culture, with curbside recycling programs common in most neighborhoods.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reuserepurposereprocessrecover
Antonyms / Antônimos
discarddisposewasteabandon

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reciclar
Most common usage across Brazil for both environmental and general reuse contexts
São Paulo
reciclar
Standard usage; strong environmental awareness programs
Rio de Janeiro
reciclar
Standard usage; growing recycling initiatives in the city
Portugal
reciclar
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; European recycling programs are well-established

Related Words

recyclingrecyclablesustainabilityeco-friendlywaste managementcircular economy

Related Idioms & Phrases

recycle bin
recycled content
closed-loop recycling
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