tenable
|ten-a-ble|
C1
/ˈtɛnəbl/
defensible
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tenable' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'tenable', where 'tenir' meant 'to hold'.
Historical Evolution
'tenable' changed from the Old French word 'tenable' and eventually became the modern English word 'tenable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being held or maintained', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being held, maintained, or defended, as against attack or dispute.
The theory is tenable and supported by recent research.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42