lockable
|lock-a-ble|
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/ˈlɑːkəbl/
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/ˈlɒkəbl/
(lock)
secure fastening
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lockable' originates from the English word 'lock,' combined with the suffix '-able,' where 'lock' meant 'to fasten or secure' and '-able' indicates capability.
Historical Evolution
'lock' changed from the Old English word 'loc' and eventually became the modern English word 'lock.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'lock' meant 'to fasten or secure,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being locked.
The cabinet is lockable for added security.
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Last updated: 2025/04/11 21:10
