The meaning of OPERABLE is fit, possible, or desirable to use. How to use operable in a sentence.

(Definition of operable from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

OPERABLE definition: that can be treated by a surgical operation. See examples of operable used in a sentence.

Definition of 'operable' operable in British English (ˈɒpərəbəl , ˈɒprə- ) adjective

Definition of operable adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. Being such that use or operation is possible: an operable machine. 2. Possible to put into practice; practicable: an operable plan. 3. Treatable by surgical operation with a reasonable …

There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the word operable, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

Nov 26, 2025 · operable (comparative more operable, superlative most operable) Able to be operated or used. Able to be put into operation; practicable. Able to be treated by surgery.

OPERABLE meaning: 1 : able to be used capable of operating or of being operated; 2 : able to be corrected or removed by surgery

Able to function or be operated, as a machine. That can be treated by a surgical operation. Treatable by surgical operation with a reasonable degree of safety and chance of success. An …