waste [ˈweɪst]

---

¹ waste noun

• loss of something valuable that occurs because too much of it is being used or because it is being used in a way that is not necessary or effective
• an action or use that results in the unnecessary loss of something valuable
• a situation in which something valuable is not being used or is being used in a way that is not appropriate or effective

---

² waste verb

• to use (something valuable) in a way that is not necessary or effective : to use more of (something) than is necessary
• to use (something or someone) in a way that does not produce a valuable result or effect : to fail to use (something or someone) in an appropriate or effective way —often used as (be) wasted
• to kill or murder (someone)

---

³ waste adjective

• of, relating to, or being material that is left over or unwanted after something has been made, done, used, etc.