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freecycle (v.) - Neologism Profile   Advanced
Wordfreecycle
Part of Speechv.
Etymology[< free & recycle.] Used on KSAZ-TV (US/AZ) January 2005. Common usage in Toronto, Canada by 1987. Possibly coined by 'Salvager Dali' (David Hoekstra) of Toronto who was known for his streetside and theatrical salvage work. Hoekstra built and maintained a literal warehouse of 'freecycled' items that were used mainly as props for theatrical, television and movie production.
DefinitionTo give items away to others rather than throw them away, typically using an online network to coordinate the transfer.
Submitted ByJeffrey Henning
Date SubmittedSunday, January 09, 2005
Updated ByMichael Farnsworth
Date EditedTuesday, August 23, 2005
Description Of UpdateHeard it being used in 1987 and since then personally.
Date To HeadlineMonday, August 29, 2005

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