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reversible
[ ri-vur-suh-buhl ]
/ rɪˈvɜr sə bəl /
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adjective
able to be reversed or undone so that the original condition is restored: Some changes caused by hormonal steroids are not reversible, such as male pattern baldness.I knew I'd probably have to replace the canvas someday, so I used a reversible adhesive for easy removal.
(of a fabric) woven or printed so that either side may be exposed.
that can be worn or displayed with either side out: No matter which way he wears this reversible jacket, he'll be warm and stylish.
able to be installed so as to be used with either hand, turn clockwise or counterclockwise, open on either side, etc.: Quiet, roomy, and with a reversible door, this refrigerator comes with a 10-year warranty.
noun
a garment, especially a coat, that can be worn with either side exposed.
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British Dictionary definitions for reversible
reversible
/ (rɪˈvɜːsəbəl) /
adjective
capable of being reverseda reversible decision
capable of returning to an original condition
chem physics capable of assuming or producing either of two possible states and changing from one to the othera reversible reaction
thermodynamics (of a change, process, etc) occurring through a number of intermediate states that are all in thermodynamic equilibrium
(of a fabric or garment) woven, printed, or finished so that either side may be used as the outer side
noun
a reversible garment, esp a coat
Derived forms of reversible
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