chargeable
|charge/a/ble|
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/ˈtʃɑːrdʒəbl/
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/ˈtʃɑːdʒəbl/
(charge)
demand or rush
Etymology
Etymology Information
'chargeable' originates from the Old French word 'chargier', which meant 'to load or burden'.
Historical Evolution
'chargier' transformed into the Middle English word 'charge', and eventually became the modern English word 'chargeable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to load or burden', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'liable to be charged'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
liable to be charged, especially as a fee or cost.
The service is chargeable after the first month.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39