Associations to the word «Operable»

Wiktionary

OPERABLE, adjective. Able to be operated or used
OPERABLE, adjective. Able to be put into operation; practicable
OPERABLE, adjective. Able to be treated by surgery

Dictionary definition

OPERABLE, adjective. Capable of being treated by surgical operation; "an operable cancer".
OPERABLE, adjective. Fit or ready for use or service; "the toaster was still functional even after being dropped"; "the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable"; "an operational aircraft"; "the dishwasher is now in working order".
OPERABLE, adjective. Usable for a specific purpose; "an operable plan"; "a practicable solution".

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley