excludable
|ex-clud-a-ble|
C1
/ɪkˈskluːdəbl/
(exclude)
prevent entry or inclusion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'excludable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'excludere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'claudere' meant 'to close.'
Historical Evolution
'excludere' transformed into the Old French word 'exclure,' and eventually became the modern English word 'exclude' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to shut out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being excluded.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being excluded or omitted.
Certain goods are excludable in a market economy.
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Last updated: 2025/05/18 07:29
