Origin: Latin
suffix -able
Operable has 4 different meanings across 1 category:
Adjective
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"
4
Able to be operated or used
Example Sentences
"an operable cancer"
adjective
"the toaster was still functional even after being dropped"
adjective
"the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable"
adjective
"an operational aircraft"
adjective
"the dishwasher is now in working order"
adjective
"an operable plan"
adjective
"a practicable solution"
adjective