Homonym: Refuse (Decline)
"Refuse" refers to materials or items that are discarded because they are no longer wanted or needed. This can include household waste, industrial byproducts, and other forms of trash. Refuse is often collected by waste management services and can be processed in various ways, such as recycling or landfilling.
Proper management of refuse is important for environmental health. When refuse is not disposed of correctly, it can lead to pollution and harm wildlife. Many communities promote recycling programs to reduce the amount of refuse sent to landfills, encouraging people to separate recyclable materials like paper, plastic, and metal from their regular trash.