"Freecycle" as a verb has reportedly been in use since 1987. See http://www.langmaker.com/db/eng_freecycle.htm It says: freecycle (v.) - Neologism Profile Word freecycle Part of Speech v. 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. Definition To give items away to others rather than throw them away, typically using an online network to coordinate the transfer. Submitted By Jeffrey Henning Date Submitted Sunday, January 09, 2005 Updated By Michael Farnsworth Date Edited Tuesday, August 23, 2005 Description Of Update Heard it being used in 1987 and since then personally. Date To Headline Monday, August 29, 2005 |
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