recycled material

[rɪˈsaɪkəld məˈtɪriəl]
nounpl: recycled materials
material reciclado
1. Raw material or substance that has been processed from waste products and reused to create new products, reducing the need for virgin resources
The company manufactures furniture from recycled material to reduce environmental impact.
A empresa fabrica móveis com material reciclado para reduzir o impacto ambiental.
2. Discarded items that have been collected, sorted, and transformed into usable material for manufacturing
These shopping bags are made entirely from recycled material.
Essas sacolas de compras são feitas completamente de material reciclado.
In Brazil, recycling (reciclagem) has become increasingly important in urban centers, with organized waste collection systems and environmental awareness campaigns. The term 'material reciclado' is widely used in advertising and sustainability initiatives. The concept aligns with Brazil's growing focus on environmental responsibility and the circular economy, particularly in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
recycled wastereclaimed materialsecondary materialreprocessed material
Antonyms / Antônimos
virgin materialraw materialnew materialprimary material

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
material reciclado
Most common term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
material reciclado / resíduo reciclável
Often used in industrial and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
material reciclado
Standard usage in environmental discussions
Portugal
material reciclado
Similar usage; sometimes 'material reutilizável' for reusable emphasis

Related Words

recyclingwaste managementsustainabilitycircular economyeco-friendlyupcycling

Related Idioms & Phrases

made from recycled material
composed of recycled material
constructed from recycled material
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