operable
adjective
that can be treated by a surgical operation.
operability
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a word derived from
operable.
Example Sentences
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Safety concerns have risen in China recently over sleek car designs that are prone to losing operability in the event of a crash.
From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026
The French Coastguard said the exercise was intended to "maintain high levels of operability" and that "safety measures were respected".
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
In this study, the team has developed a new time-resolved AFM system, enhancing its operability by merging AFM with their unique ultrashort laser pulse technology.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 31, 2024
"The height of the water level is a key parameter for the continued operability of the water pumps."
From Reuters ● Jun. 12, 2023
Light weight and operability were the guiding considerations; these could be obtained only through constant striving for the utmost simplicity.
From The Wright Brothers' Engines and Their Design by Leonard S. Hobbs
