disposability
/dɪˌspoʊzəˈbɪləti/
noun
- The quality of being designed to be thrown away after one use or a short period of use.
- The disposability of plastic water bottles creates a huge waste problem.
- Many companies are trying to reduce the disposability of their packaging.
- The disposability of single-use razors makes them convenient but bad for the environment.
- The state of being considered unimportant or easily replaced, especially in a social or economic context.
- The disposability of cheap electronics encourages people to buy new ones instead of repairing old ones.
- The gig economy has increased the disposability of workers in many industries.
- She felt a sense of disposability in her job, as if anyone could replace her.
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