removable

[ ri-moo-vuh-buhl ]

/ rɪˈmu və bəl /

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adjective

that may be removed.

Mathematics.

(of a singularity of a function of a complex variable) noting that the function is not analytic at the point but that the function can be redefined so as to be analytic at the point.
(of a discontinuity) noting that the function is discontinuous at the point but that the function can be redefined so as to be continuous at the point.Compare essential (def. 5).

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Origin of removable

First recorded in 1525–35; remove + -able

OTHER WORDS FROM removable

re·mov·a·bil·i·ty, re·mov·a·ble·ness, nounre·mov·a·bly, adverbnon·re·mov·a·ble, adjectiveun·re·mov·a·ble, adjective

un·re·mov·a·ble·ness, nounun·re·mov·a·bly, adverb

Words nearby removable

remote sensor, remotion, rémoulade, remould, remount, removable, removable cartridge, removal, removalist, remove, removed

How to use removable in a sentence

The coolest feature, however, has to be the removable boot drive SSD.
The most exciting new laptop tech coming in 2021|Stan Horaczek|January 20, 2021|Popular-Science
Some cordless vacuums come with removable batteries so you can buy an extra, keep both fully charged, and switch one out when it dies so you never interrupt your dust-busting.
Best cordless vacuum: Suck up debris without getting yourself tangled|Charlotte Marcus|January 19, 2021|Popular-Science
Choice of two removable hard-top roofs, or you can simply opt for a soft top that can be pulled back to let the sunshine in.
Top rides for 2021|Joe Phillips|January 15, 2021|Washington Blade
Dash cam systems come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and usually operate by automatically recording footage to an internal drive or some form of removable media, like a microSD card.
Best dash cams: Car accessories to keep you safe on the road|PopSci Commerce Team|December 11, 2020|Popular-Science

For the crustFor the fillingFor the toppingLightly grease the bottom and sides of a 7-by-3-inch round cake pan with a removable bottom with the softened butter or cooking spray.
Yes, you can use your Instant Pot to make the creamiest of cheesecakes and other desserts|Jessie Sheehan|December 11, 2020|Washington Post
And he had a removable cast on his hand for the rest of the shoot.
The Unheralded Comedy Genius: Nicholas Stoller on ‘Neighbors,’ Zac Efron’s ‘Darkness,’ and Diddy|Marlow Stern|May 8, 2014|DAILY BEAST
CIS again: A very large share of immigrant gang members are illegal aliens and removable aliens.
Fight Gangs by Enforcing Immigration|David Frum|July 11, 2012|DAILY BEAST
In one jurisdiction studied, Northern Virginia, 30 to 40 percent of the gang task force case load were removable aliens.
Fight Gangs by Enforcing Immigration|David Frum|July 11, 2012|DAILY BEAST
Finally, footwear that is comfy and easily removable trumps all else.
How to Make Your Trip Run Smoothly|Jolie Hunt|January 1, 2011|DAILY BEAST
If he were to rub one of these pictures when dry, he would find it almost entirely removable from the glass.
Notes and Queries, Number 178, March 26, 1853|Various
The braces were removable, and Mac had loosened a single wing-nut to let the brace swing loose when he heard Johnny Ruiz's answer.
Tight Squeeze|Dean Charles Ing
There's only one removable glass to a helmet and that's in front—an inch thick and screws tight in a gun-metal socket.
Where the Pavement Ends|John Russell
These three segments are made so as to be removable in a moment for cleaning or replacement.
Scientific American Supplement, Vol. XV., No. 388, June 9, 1883|Various
Lifting butts are made with a removable pin to enable the door to be removed and replaced without unscrewing.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 15, Slice 4|Various