noun
Used especially in environmental contexts as part of the 3Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle). Can also refer to general reduction in size, amount, or waste.
ゴミを減らすために、まずリデュースを心がけましょう。
To reduce waste, let's first focus on reduction.
リデュース・リユース・リサイクルは環境保護の基本です。
Reduce, reuse, recycle are the basics of environmental protection.