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Definition of inflatable

inflatable

/ɪnˈfleɪtəbəl/
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Plural:inflatables
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inflatable Lexical Profile

inflatable Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Capable of being filled with air or gas in order to expand and take shape for use.

Example

"We packed an inflatable mattress and two sleeping bags for the weekend camping trip."

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• noun

1

A flexible plastic or rubber object, such as a pool toy, raft, or holiday decoration, that must be filled with air or gas before use.

Example

"The children spent the afternoon playing on colorful pool inflatables in the backyard."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the verb 'inflate' (derived from Latin 'inflatus', past participle of 'inflare', meaning 'to blow into') combined with the suffix '-able'.

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