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reusable

adj.
B1 Intermediate US //ɹiˈuzəbəɫ// UK //ɹiːjˈuːzəbəl// re·us·able

adj. designed so that it can be used more than once. In computing, it describes code or parts of a system that work in different situations without being rewritten.

adj. capable of being used again or repeatedly. In a technical context, refers to software components or logic designed to be integrated into multiple programs or systems without modification.


SIMPLE

I always bring a reusable bag to the grocery store.

CONTEXTUAL

The developers created a reusable login module that can be easily added to any new mobile application.

COMPLEX

By focusing on reusable architecture, the engineering team significantly reduced the time required to deploy subsequent updates across their entire suite of digital products.

Synonyms
Origin

From reuse + -able.

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun; often follows 'highly' or 'fully' in technical descriptions.

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