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Definition of datable
datable
/ˈdeɪ.tə.bəl/
da · ta · ble
datable Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• adjective
1
Capable of being assigned a specific date or historical time period.
Example
"The ceramic fragments found in the lower stratum were easily datable due to the presence of Roman coins."
2
Suitable or desirable as a romantic partner.
Example
"After getting to know his sense of humor and kindness, she realized he was actually quite datable."
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Also spelled 'dateable', which is frequently preferred in informal contexts when referring to romantic suitability, whereas 'datable' is standard in historical and archaeological writing.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Datable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/datable