recyclingsymbol
nounUK /ˌriːˈsaɪklɪŋ ˈsɪmbl/
US /ˌriˈsaɪklɪŋ ˈsɪmbl/
A picture with three arrows that means you can recycle something.
Look for the recycling symbol on the box before you throw it away.
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2. The triangular arrows printed on plastic products to show what kind of plastic they are.
The recycling symbol on the bottle has a number inside it.
3. A sign placed near bins to remind people to sort their trash.
The recycling symbol above the bin helped everyone know where to put cans.
4. A general emblem used by companies to show they care about the environment.
The company put a recycling symbol on its packaging to show it is eco-friendly.