upcycle.
To convert (waste materials, etc.) into new materials or products of higher quality and greater functionality.
Meaning & usage
To convert (waste materials, etc.) into new materials or products of higher quality and greater functionality.
To promote into a more productive or useful role.
Where this word comes from
Blend of up- + recycle or possibly upgrade + recycle.
A period of a cycle where something is increasing or improving.
Where this word comes from
From up + cycle.
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