dis·pos·able
di-ˈspō-zə-bəl 
1
: subject to or available for disposal
specifically
: remaining to an individual after deduction of taxes and necessary living expenses
disposable income
2
: designed to be used once or only a limited number of times and then thrown away
disposable diapers
Replace the disposable razor when the blade becomes dull.
: something that is disposable
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Alexis Soloski, New York Times, 16 May 2025
The goal of slow decorating is a livable space that fits your lifestyle and avoids treating furniture and decor like disposable items.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025
Cody Godwin, USA Today, 17 May 2025
Water refill stations, LED lighting with dimmers, glassware instead of disposables, and a table linen reuse program further minimize the property’s carbon footprint.
—Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
At Edible Arrangements, Fahy peeled off her disposable gloves and stood back to admire her bouquet.
—Alexis Soloski, New York Times, 16 May 2025
The goal of slow decorating is a livable space that fits your lifestyle and avoids treating furniture and decor like disposable items.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025
Noun
So, say goodbye to disposables and opt for a reusable option.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 17 May 2025
Water refill stations, LED lighting with dimmers, glassware instead of disposables, and a table linen reuse program further minimize the property’s carbon footprint.
—Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for disposable
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“Disposable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disposable. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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