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omissible

|o-mis-si-ble|

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/oʊˈmɪsəbl/

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/əˈmɪsəbl/

capable of being left out

Etymology
Etymology Information

'omissible' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'omissibilis,' where 'omittere' meant 'to let go or leave out.'

Historical Evolution

'omissibilis' transformed into the French word 'omissible,' and eventually became the modern English word 'omissible' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'capable of being left out,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

capable of being omitted or left out.

The details in the report are omissible if space is limited.

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Last updated: 2025/05/26 14:57