Refuse Disposal

/ˈrɛfjuːs dɪˈspoʊzəl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The legal process and methods involved in the collection, treatment, and disposal of waste materials to comply with environmental laws and regulations.
    The city enacted new regulations to improve refuse disposal and reduce landfill contamination.

Forms

  • refuse disposal

Commentary

Refuse disposal is a subset of waste management focused specifically on the legal and procedural framework for handling waste materials.

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