adjective
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capable of being opposed
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Also: apposable. (of the thumb of primates, esp man) capable of being moved into a position facing the other digits so as to be able to touch the ends of each
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capable of being placed opposite something else
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Origin of opposable
Example Sentences
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"What would be interesting is if Samsung puts out APIs for an engine like Unity or Cocos2D so that we could retrofit this into games," says Ben Trewhella of Opposable Games.
From The Guardian • Mar. 15, 2013
Opposable is a small studio that specialises in multiplayer 'second screen' gaming – i.e. interactive experiences that use both a shared TV display and a tablet device for each participant.
From The Guardian • Mar. 15, 2013
The show goes way beyond food: Opposable thumbs, Paul and Linda McCartney, the Dalai Lama.
From New York Times • Oct. 14, 2012
Called “The Opposable Mind,” this course focuses on developing and practicing the personal skills necessary to be a good integrative thinker and manager.
From New York Times • Jan. 9, 2010
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