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throwaway - What does it mean?

Definition of 'throwaway'

English

Adjective

(-)
  • Disposable; intended for a single use prior to being discarded.
  • Water was provided in throwaway plastic bottles, but the more ecologically minded of us refilled our initial bottles from the fountain.
  • Extemporaneous; off the cuff.
  • The host made a throwaway remark about the president that was later repeated on the television news.
  • Selected or used without care or attention. (rfex)
  • Synonyms

    * (being intended for a single use) single-use, disposable

    Noun

    (en-noun)
  • Something temporary or disposable.
  • Similar to 'throwaway'

    tearaway, threeway