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determinable

/dɪˈtɝː.mɪ.nə.bəl/
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Adverb:determinably
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• adjective

1

Capable of being definitely ascertained, calculated, or decided.

Example

"The exact age of the archaeological artifact was easily determinable through radiocarbon dating."

2

In law, liable to be terminated or brought to an end upon the occurrence of a specified event or condition.

Example

"The land was granted as a determinable fee that would revert to the original owner if the property ceased to be used as a public park."

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• Rhymes for determinable

• Nearby Words

detergent
deteriorate
deterioration
determinable
determinant
determination
determine

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French determinable and Medieval Latin determinabilis, derived from Latin determinare ('to enclose within limits, fix, or settle').

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