Definitions

1. verb

to decline or turn down something, especially an offer or invitation

“She refused the job offer due to the long working hours.”

2. verb

to reject or not accept something, such as an idea or a proposal

“The committee refused the proposal due to its high costs.”

3. noun

the waste or unwanted materials that are thrown away, especially from houses or buildings

“The garbage truck collected the household refuse on Tuesday.”

4. noun

a person or group of people who refuse to do something, especially as a form of protest

“The protesters were the refuse of the community, fighting for their rights.”

5. noun

something that is refused or rejected

“The proposal was a refuse from the client’s point of view.”