disposable
adjective/dɪˈspoʊzəbəl/
Frequency rank: #7,041 most common English word
Meaning
designed to be used once and then thrown away.
Example sentence
He prefers to use disposable cups at parties so that he does not have to wash dishes afterward.
Synonyms & related words
- throwaway
- single-use
- expendable
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