operable

CEFRC1

/ˈɒ.pə.ɹə.bəl/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Able to be used, controlled, or treated by surgery.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Able to be operated or used.

Examples

  • The doctor said the tumor was operable.

  • The new machine is fully operable now.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Able to be put into operation; practicable.

  2. Able to be treated by surgery.

More examples

In context

  • The mechanics got the old tractor operable again.

Antonyms

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Origin

adjective

Borrowed from Latin operābilis.