divisible
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/dɪˈvɪzəbl/
capable of being divided
Etymology
Etymology Information
'divisible' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'divisibilis', where 'dividere' meant 'to divide'.
Historical Evolution
'divisibilis' transformed into the Old French word 'divisible', and eventually became the modern English word 'divisible'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being divided', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being divided by another number without leaving a remainder.
The number 10 is divisible by 2 and 5.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42