workability
|work-a-bil-i-ty|
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/ˌwɜrkəˈbɪləti/
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/ˌwɜːkəˈbɪləti/
(workable)
capable of being worked
Etymology
Etymology Information
'workability' originates from the English word 'workable', where 'work' meant 'to perform tasks' and '-able' meant 'capable of'.
Historical Evolution
'workable' changed from the Old English word 'weorc' and eventually became the modern English word 'workable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being worked on', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'practical or feasible'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being workable or practical.
The workability of the new software was tested thoroughly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45