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.

Etymology

From upcycle + -ed.

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