Word: downcycle
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: down
cy
cle
Definition: To convert (waste materials, etc.) into new materials or products of lower quality and reduced functionality.
Morphemes:
Affix: down
Language: en
PoS: Adverb
Meaning: So as to reduce size, weight or volume.
Affix: re-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: a completive or intensification of the base; up, a-, out
Etymology Compounds: Affix: re-
Language: la
Decoded: re-
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: back, backwards
Affix: cycle
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A programme on a washing machine, dishwasher, or other such device.