disposable
/dɪˈspəʊzəbl/ · /dɪˈspoʊzəbl/
CEFR level B2Topic EnvironmentWord #3472 in the learning path
一次性的；用后丢弃的
Definitions
adj. intended to be thrown away after use
一次性的；用后丢弃的
adj. available for spending or saving after taxes are paid
税后可支配的
Example
We packed disposable plates for the picnic by the lake.
我们为湖边野餐带上了一次性盘子。
Reducing the use of disposable packaging could significantly decrease the amount of waste sent to landfill.
减少使用一次性包装可以显著减少送往垃圾填埋场的废弃物量。
Collocations
- disposable income
- disposable gloves
- disposable packaging
- disposable cups
Word family
- dispose (v.)
- disposal (n.)
Synonyms
- single-use
- throwaway
Antonyms
- reusable
Usage tip
disposable income指税后收入，不是扣除生活费后的余额。
FAQ
- What does disposable mean?
- intended to be thrown away after use available for spending or saving after taxes are paid
- How is disposable pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈspəʊzəbl/, US /dɪˈspoʊzəbl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
