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downcycle

The English word “downcycle” has 2 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To convert (waste materials, etc.) into new materials or products of lower quality and reduced functionality.

noun

  1. A period of a cycle where something is decreasing or deteriorating.

Etymology

Blend of down + recycle.

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