repairable

American

[ri-pair-uh-buhl] / rɪˈpɛər ə bəl /

adjective

able to be repaired or mended.

noun

something, such as a device, engine, piece of equipment, etc., that can be repaired or mended.

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repairables

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repairable

The launch complex’s water tower is “also good,” according to Limp, while its big support tower is damaged but repairable.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 2, 2026

“In the Agencies’ view, renewing and expanding repair-related exemptions would promote competition in markets for replacement parts, repair, and maintenance services, as well as facilitate competition in markets for repairable products,” the comment read.

From Salon ● Nov. 18, 2024

The Ferrari’s front suspension was damaged but Leclerc’s car should be repairable in time for the second session, from 14:00 BST.

From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2024

It’s nice to give electric cars slick new features as a sales tactic, but it’s far, far more essential that we get more low-cost and easily repairable models out there ASAP.

From Slate ● Jul. 15, 2024

The total length of highways "taken to" and repairable by the Corporation at the commencement of 1884, amounted to 185-1/2 miles, there being other 12-1/2 miles undeclared.

From Showell's Dictionary of Birmingham A History and Guide Arranged Alphabetically by Thomas T. Harman

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