adj, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   simple past and past participle of upcycle. form-of, participle, past

Adjective

1. 1
   Of waste materials, etc.: converted into new materials or products of higher quality and greater functionality.
2. 2
   Promoted into a more productive or useful role.

Synonyms

All synonyms

recycled item

Etymology

From upcycle + -ed.