op·er·a·ble ( p  r--bl, pr-)adj. 1. Being such that use or operation is possible: an operable machine. 2. Possible to put into practice; practicable: an operable plan. 3. Treatable by surgical operation with a reasonable degree of safety and chance of success: an operable cancer. op  er·a·bili·ty n.op er·a·bly adv. |
operable [ˈɒpərəbəl ˈɒprə-]
adj
1. (Medicine / Surgery) capable of being treated by a surgical operation
2. capable of being operated
3. capable of being put into practice
operability n
operably adv
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Adj. | 1. | operable - capable of being treated by surgical operation; "an operable cancer" inoperable - not suitable for surgery; "metastasis has rendered the tumor inoperable" |
| 2. |  operable - 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"serviceable - ready for service or able to give long service; "serviceable equipment"; "heavy serviceable fabrics" | |
| 3. | operable - usable for a specific purpose; "an operable plan"; "a practicable solution" practical - concerned with actual use or practice; "he is a very practical person"; "the idea had no practical application"; "a practical knowledge of Japanese"; "woodworking is a practical art" |
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