noun
- organic materials or waste products that can be broken down and converted into compost through natural decomposition
Usage: plural form; typically used in environmental and waste management contexts
Examples
- The city's new recycling program separates compostables from regular trash.
- Food scraps and yard waste are common compostables in home gardens.
- Compostables include fruit peels, coffee grounds, and leaves.
- Many restaurants now use compostables instead of single-use plastic containers.
- The compostables bin should not contain meat, dairy, or oils.
- Composting facilities process tons of compostables each week to create nutrient-rich soil.