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operable

adjective

Capable of being treated by surgical operation

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
O
Ends with
E
Contains
PE
Scrabble score
12

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈɒ.pə.ɹə.bəl

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Definitions

adjective

  1. Capable of being treated by surgical operation

    “An operable cancer”

adjective

  1. Usable for a specific purpose

    “An operable plan”

adjective

  1. Fit or ready for use or service

    “The toaster was still functional even after being dropped”

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Example Sentences

An operable cancer
An operable plan
A practicable solution
The toaster was still functional even after being dropped
The lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable
An operational aircraft

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