repurposes

[US]/ˌriːˈpɜːpəsɪz/
[UK]/ˌriːˈpɜːrpəsɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v. (3rd pers. sing. pres.)to use something again for a different purpose than it was originally intended

Phrases & Collocations

repurposes materials

repurposes old furniture

repurposes waste

repurposes resources

repurposes items

Example Sentences

the company repurposes old shipping containers into affordable housing units.

we repurpose food waste into nutrient-rich compost for the garden.

the artist repurposes discarded materials into stunning sculptures.

the workshop repurposes broken furniture giving it a new lease on life.

she repurposes vintage fabrics into stylish and unique handbags.

the city repurposes empty storefronts into community spaces and art galleries.

the school repurposes playground equipment to create an outdoor learning environment.

the restaurant repurposes leftover ingredients into delicious daily specials.

he repurposes old pallets into rustic and charming garden planters.

the lab repurposes electronic components to build innovative sensors.

the nonprofit repurposes donated textiles into blankets for the homeless.

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