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securable

|se-cu-ra-ble|

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/sɪˈkjʊrəbl/

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/sɪˈkjʊərəbl/

(secure)

safely, firmly

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounVerbAdverb
securesecuressecuredsecuredsecuringsecurityunsecurityunsecuresecurely
Etymology
Etymology Information

'securable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'securus,' where 'se-' meant 'without' and 'cura' meant 'care.'

Historical Evolution

'securus' transformed into the Old French word 'secur,' and eventually became the modern English word 'secure' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'free from care,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being secured.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

capable of being secured or made safe.

The documents are securable in the locked cabinet.

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Last updated: 2025/04/09 01:54