Spanish edit

Etymology edit

Literally, to use and throw away.

Adjective edit

de usar y tirar (invariable)

  1. (idiomatic) disposable, throwaway, single-use (being intended for a single use, to be discarded rather than reused, refilled or repaired)
    Synonyms: desechable, de un solo uso
    Usa los vasos de usar y tirar, no los de vidrio.
    Use the disposable cups, not the glass ones.