practicable
[ prak-ti-kuh-buhl ]
/ ˈpræk tɪ kə bəl /
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adjective
capable of being done, effected, or put into practice, with the available means; feasible: a practicable solution.
capable of being used: a practicable gift.
Theater. (of a stage property or part of a set) designed or constructed for actual use; a practicable window; practicable water faucets.
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synonym study for practicable
1. See possible.
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British Dictionary definitions for practicable
practicable
/ (ˈpræktɪkəbəl) /
adjective
capable of being done; feasible
usable
Derived forms of practicable
practicability or practicableness, nounpracticably, adverbWord Origin for practicable
C17: from French praticable, from pratiquer to practise; see practical
undefined practicable
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