non-rechargeable
|non/re/charge/a/ble|
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/nɑn-rɪˈtʃɑrdʒəbl/
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/nɒn-rɪˈtʃɑːdʒəbl/
(rechargeable)
not rechargeable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-rechargeable' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'rechargeable,' which comes from 'recharge,' meaning 'to charge again.'
Historical Evolution
'rechargeable' changed from the French word 'recharger,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rechargeable.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'rechargeable' meant 'capable of being charged again,' and 'non-rechargeable' simply negates this capability.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not capable of being recharged or refilled with energy.
This battery is non-rechargeable, so you'll need to replace it once it's depleted.
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Last updated: 2025/02/14 20:58