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packable

American  
[pak-uh-buhl] / ˈpæk ə bəl /

adjective

  1. suitable for packing, especially for travel.

    readily packable clothes.


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Etymology

Origin of packable

First recorded in 1875–80; pack 1 + -able

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Enable a less soggy vacation with this small-but-mighty umbrella that folds down to an extremely packable 9 inches.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 20, 2025

It’s officially that time of year: Back-to-school season is upon us, meaning that in addition to buying school supplies, it’s time to stock up on lunchtime essentials that are both tasty and packable.

From Salon Aug. 22, 2025

Think convertible anoraks, packable neoprene ballet flats, oversize scrunchies that double as mini purses!

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 3, 2025

Most people, if handed an already-formed snowball, can use their experience and the feel of the ball to guess what kind of snow it is comprised of: packable and fluffy, or wet and icy.

From Science Daily Mar. 20, 2024

Justin Vena said, and from Iris Tio: “A set of reusable: shopping bags, coffee mugs, packable straws and eating utensils.”

From Seattle Times Oct. 4, 2023

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