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reparable

|rep/a/ra/ble|

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/ˈrɛpərəbəl/

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/ˈrɛpərəbl̩/

fixable

Etymology
Etymology Information

'reparable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reparabilis,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'parabilis' meant 'able to be prepared or obtained.'

Historical Evolution

'reparabilis' transformed into the Old French word 'reparable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reparable.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'able to be prepared again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being repaired.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

capable of being repaired or mended.

The damage to the car was reparable.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45