waivable
|wai-va-ble|
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/ˈweɪvəbl/
(waive)
relinquish a right
Etymology
Etymology Information
'waivable' originates from the verb 'waive', which comes from Old French 'quever', meaning 'to abandon'.
Historical Evolution
'waive' evolved from the Old French word 'quever' and eventually became the modern English word 'waive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to abandon or give up', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being waived or relinquished.
The fee is waivable under certain conditions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45