CEFR B1

returnable

adjective

Meaning

Able to be given back to the place where it was bought or to the owner, often for a refund or reuse.

Examples

The store only accepts returnable bottles and cans.
This is a returnable container, so don't throw it away.

Synonyms: refundable, reusable, exchangeable

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returnable (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /rɪˈtɜːrnəbl/

Definition

Able to be given back to the place where it was bought or to the owner, often for a refund or reuse.

Examples

The store only accepts returnable bottles and cans.
This is a returnable container, so don't throw it away.
Many governments encourage the use of returnable packaging to reduce waste.

How to Use returnable

returnable for (prepositional phrase): Can be given back for a specific reason, like a refund. — "These glass bottles are returnable for a small fee."

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