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OPERABLE
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Dictionary entry overview: What does operable mean?
• OPERABLE (adjective)
The adjective OPERABLE has 3 senses:
1. capable of being treated by surgical operation
2. fit or ready for use or service
3. usable for a specific purpose
Familiarity information: OPERABLE used as an adjective is uncommon.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Capable of being treated by surgical operation
Context example:
an operable cancer
Antonym:
inoperable (not suitable for surgery)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Fit or ready for use or service
Synonyms:
functional; operable; operational; usable; useable
Context example:
the dishwasher is now in working order
Similar:
serviceable (ready for service or able to give long service)
Sense 3
Meaning:
Usable for a specific purpose
Synonyms:
operable; practicable
Context example:
a practicable solution
Similar:
practical (concerned with actual use or practice)
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