Wastage

/ˈweɪstɪdʒ/

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Definition

(noun) The amount or proportion of something that is wasted or lost by deterioration or other natural process.

Sentence Examples

Wastage was cut by 50 percent.

The wastage of muscle tissue is a problem.

CEFR Practice Quiz

The company is implementing new measures to reduce the amount of ____ in the production process this year today.