fineable
|fine-a-ble|
C1
/ˈfaɪnəbl/
subject to a fine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fineable' originates from English, specifically from the word 'fine' with the suffix '-able', where 'fine' meant 'a monetary penalty' and '-able' meant 'capable of or susceptible to'.
Historical Evolution
'fineable' was formed in English by combining 'fine' and '-able', and has been used in legal contexts since at least the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being fined', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
liable to be fined; subject to a monetary penalty by law or regulation.
Parking in a no-parking zone is a fineable offense.
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Last updated: 2025/08/01 15:41