Definition

Relating to products that have been used by consumers and then recycled for reuse.

Example

The company produces paper from postconsumer waste to help reduce environmental impact.

Conversation

Have you seen those new notebooks made from postconsumer materials?

Yeah, I heard they're really eco-friendly!

I love how they're helping to reduce waste in our environment.

Exactly! It's great to see more products using postconsumer resources.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Postconsumer → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "consumer" (from Latin "consumere", meaning to use up or consume). The word "postconsumer" refers to products or materials that are made from items that have already been used or consumed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'post-' meaning 'after' and 'consumer' meaning 'to use up' — so postconsumer refers to what comes after something has been used.

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