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regrind

regrind

6.9
Material made by grinding used plastic, rubber, or metal for use again
  • noun
  • /ˈriːˌɡraɪnd/
  • Specialized
translation icon : material reciclado
  • Quality control checks ensure that regrind meets the required standards for reuse.

Examples

  • The company uses regrind to reduce waste and save on raw material costs.

  • The factory uses regrind to reduce waste.

  • By adding regrind to the mix, manufacturers can produce more sustainable plastic products.

  • We need more regrind for the production line.

  • Nike's regrind program uses leftover rubber to create new materials for footwear.

  • The manufacturer processes regrind from previous batches to minimize waste.

  • Using regrind can help companies reduce costs and support sustainable practices.

Surface Forms

regrind singular
regrinds plural

Morphology

regrind = regrind (semi-transparent) = re + grind

The noun is a regular conversion from the verb, but the specific industrial meaning 'reprocessed material' is more specialized than a general learner would readily infer.

Etymology

Regrind is made of re- 'again' and grind 'to crush into small pieces', so regrind as a noun is material that has been 'ground again' to be used again in new products.