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wearability

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[wair-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌwɛər əˈbɪl ɪ ti /

noun

  1. the durability of clothing under normal wear.


Etymology

Origin of wearability

First recorded in 1925–30; wear(able) + -ability

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Hatton said while this improved "wearability and mobility" for the user, it came "at the cost of lower battery output".

From BBC Jun. 17, 2026

The patch's thin, soft platform resembles a Band-Aid and was designed to enhance user comfort and convenience, since wearability is a crucial factor for chronically ill patients.

From Science Daily Jan. 18, 2024

In addition to its wearability, the cocktail dress serves as a wonderful reminder of just how powerful food and drink can be in the realms of fashion and culture.

From Salon Sep. 23, 2023

Each helps protect the skin and extends wearability.

From New York Times Jul. 3, 2021

The focus is on wearability, only with that Parisian-cool put togetherness.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 27, 2018

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