Disposal ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Disposal ( noun )

1. The act or process of getting rid of something or the state of being disposed of.
2. A device or container used for getting rid of waste or unwanted material.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "getting rid of, elimination"): from old french desposal, from desposer "put in a certain place", from des- (expressing reversal) + poser "to put".

Examples:

1. Proper disposal of hazardous waste is critical for protecting public health and the environment.
2. The city has strict rules for the disposal of household garbage.
3. The disposal of nuclear waste is a major challenge facing many countries.
4. We need to find a safe and responsible method for the disposal of plastics.
5. The garbage disposal in my kitchen sink broke, so I had to throw the food waste in the trash can.

(As a verb)

Disposal ( verb )

1. The act or process of getting rid of something or the state of being disposed of.
2. A device or container used for getting rid of waste or unwanted material.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "getting rid of, elimination"): from old french desposal, from desposer "put in a certain place", from des- (expressing reversal) + poser "to put".

Examples:

1. Proper disposal of hazardous waste is critical for protecting public health and the environment.
2. The city has strict rules for the disposal of household garbage.
3. The disposal of nuclear waste is a major challenge facing many countries.
4. We need to find a safe and responsible method for the disposal of plastics.
5. The garbage disposal in my kitchen sink broke, so I had to throw the food waste in the trash can.