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The correct spelling is wastage.
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noun
Say it like: Was-taj-e
The correct spelling is wastage. The amount or proportion of something that is wasted or lost by deterioration or other natural process. For example: "The average wastage is 1.5% in the grocery department."
Usage Examples
“The average wastage is 1.5% in the grocery department.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The amount or proportion of something that is wasted or lost by deterioration or other natural process.
- 2.The periodical turnover of personnel in an organisation by death, retirement or resignation, as perceived by those aspiring to promotion or appointment in the organisation.
- 3.Anything lost by wear or waste.
- 4.Goods that are damaged, out of date, reduced, or generally unsaleable, which are destined to be thrown away and which are written off as a loss.
- 5.The act of abandoning animal carcasses or parts, usually illegal.
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