word
upcycling
UHP-sy-kling
ˈʌpˌsaɪklɪŋListen
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Syllable breakdown
upcycling
Dictionary meaning
Reusing discarded materials in a way that increases their value or usefulness.
History and origin
Modern environmental term.
Examples
- The studio specializes in upcycling old timber into furniture.
Common mispronunciations
up-SIK-ling
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