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Operable Definition & Meaning

operable
adjective
  1. capable of being treated by surgical operation; "an operable cancer"
  2. fit or ready for use or service; "the toaster was still functional even after being dropped"; "the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable"; "an operational aircraft"; "the dishwasher is now in working order"
  3. usable for a specific purpose; "an operable plan"; "a practicable solution"

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What does operable mean?
capable of being treated by surgical operation; "an operable cancer" fit or ready for use or service; "the toaster was still functional even after being dropped"; "the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable"; "an operational aircraft"; "the dishwasher is now in working order" usable for a specific purpose; "an operable plan"; "a practicable solution"
What part of speech is operable?
Operable is an adjective.
How many definitions does operable have?
Operable has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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