Waste products refer to materials that are produced as a byproduct of a process, especially in biological, chemical, or industrial contexts, that are no longer needed and are typically disposed of or treated. This term is often used in discussions related to environmental impact, waste management, and biology.
The term "waste products" is relatively common in both written and oral contexts, particularly in scientific and environmental discussions. However, it may appear more frequently in written texts such as research papers, articles, and reports.
Waste products from industrial processes can pose significant environmental hazards.
(Los productos de desecho de los procesos industriales pueden representar peligros ambientales significativos.)
The body eliminates waste products through various organ systems.
(El cuerpo elimina los productos de desecho a través de diversos sistemas de órganos.)
Effective management of waste products is crucial for sustainable development.
(La gestión efectiva de los productos de desecho es crucial para el desarrollo sostenible.)
While "waste products" itself isn't commonly found in idiomatic expressions, it relates to broader idioms concerning waste or disposal, including environmental contexts. Here are a few idiomatic expressions where related terms may appear:
This phrase suggests that one must accept some waste or loss (waste products) in order to achieve something beneficial.
"Out with the old, in with the new."
(Fuera lo viejo, entra lo nuevo.)
Implies the idea of replacing waste products (old) with something more useful or valuable (new).
"Throwing good money after bad."
(Tirar buen dinero detrás de lo malo.)
Refers to wasting resources on products or efforts that are no longer useful, akin to waste products.
"Waste not, want not."
(No desperdicies, no querrás.)
Suggests that being frugal and avoiding waste will lead to abundance and satisfaction.
"Reap what you sow."
(Cosechar lo que siembras.)
Indicates that the outcomes (both good and waste products) are the results of one's actions.
"Burning the candle at both ends."
(Quemando la vela por ambos extremos.)
Refers to exhausting resources (waste products of time and energy) that can lead to a negative outcome.
"More haste, less speed."
(Más prisa, menos velocidad.)
The term "waste" originates from the Old French word "wasté," which means "deserted, waste," derived from the Latin "vastare," meaning "to lay waste." The word "product" comes from the Latin "productus," meaning "brought forth." Together, these words emphasize the concept of materials that are produced but no longer deemed useful.
Synonyms: - Byproducts - Residue - Refuse - Scrap - Offal
Antonyms: - Resources - Goods - Inputs - Assets - Products