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 degree of safety …

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.

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

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.

Anything operable can be used, or it can be operated on. Now that you've replaced the flat tire on your bike, it's operable. And that boil on the tip of your nose? That's also operable (Whew!).