The difference between Disposable and Single-use
When used as adjectives, disposable means that can be disposed of, whereas single-use means designed to be used one time and then discarded or disposed of.
Disposable is also noun with the meaning: any object that is designed to be disposed of rather than refilled or repaired.
check bellow for the other definitions of Disposable and Single-use
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Disposable as a noun:
Any object that is designed to be disposed of rather than refilled or repaired.
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Disposable as an adjective:
That can be disposed of.
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Disposable as an adjective:
That is designed to be discarded rather than reused, refilled or repaired.
Examples:
"Rather than purchase an expensive razor he bought a packet of cheap disposable ones."
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Disposable as an adjective:
Available to be used.
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Single-use as an adjective:
Designed to be used one time and then discarded or disposed of.