waste

Meaning of waste in English

Adjective

1. no longer of use

waste paper

Noun

1. thoughtless or unprofitable use

It's a waste of time to stay longer.

2. failure to take advantage of an opportunity etc.

waste of opportunity

3. waste material or food

industrial waste

4. what the body does not need after food has been digested and is eliminated from the body

5. anything useless, unwanted, or worthless

Verb

1. use without a good purpose

You shouldn't waste money.

2. fail to take advantage of an opportunity etc.

waste an opportunity