e-waste

noun

ˈē-ˌwāst How to pronounce e-waste (audio)
: waste consisting of discarded electronic products (such as computers, televisions, and cell phones)

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For bigger, one-time recycling services, CheckSammy accepts a wide range of hard-to-recycle materials, like e-waste (electronics), plastic, metal, beauty products, organics, cardboard, textiles, and even hand sanitizer. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026 There would also be less e-waste if consumers had a smoother process to repair broken tech, the advocacy groups say. — Joe Brandt, CBS News, 30 July 2026 To safely dispose of old televisions sets, check for for e-waste drop-off sites through your city government or contact an e-waste pickup service. — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 22 July 2026 Free e-waste recycling services can be found at your Local Council & Resource Recovery Centre or your nearest Officeworks, JB Hi-Fi, or Harvey Norman store. — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for e-waste

Word History

First Known Use

1999, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of e-waste was in 1999

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“E-waste.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/e-waste. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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