1. materials that can be processed and used again to make new products
Usage: plural form

Examples

• Please separate the recyclables from the regular trash.
• The city collects recyclables every Tuesday morning.
• Paper, plastic bottles, and aluminum cans are common recyclables.
• She sorted the recyclables into different bins by material type.
• The recycling center accepts various recyclables including glass and cardboard.
• Many households now have separate containers for recyclables.