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renewable

Pronunciation: /rɪˈnjuːəbəl/

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Definition of renewable

adjective

  • capable of being renewed:we are on renewable annual contracts
  • (of energy or its source) not depleted when used:a shift away from fossil fuels to renewable energy

noun

(usually renewables)
  • a source of energy that is not depleted by use, such as water, wind, or solar power: production costs for the renewables are higher than for coal, oil, or gas

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noun

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