nonrenewable

adj, noun — 3 senses

nonrenewable

adj

Etymology From non- + renewable.

1

Not able to be renewed; incapable of renewal.

2

With respect to a resource unsustainable; not able to be regrown or renewed; not having an ongoing or continuous source of supply

  • Coal is nonrenewable.

nonrenewable

noun

Etymology From non- + renewable.

1

A resource that is not renewable.

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