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- [ri-tur-nuh-buh l]
- /rɪˈtɜr nə bəl/
- /rɪˈtɜːnəbl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ri-tur-nuh-buh l]
- /rɪˈtɜr nə bəl/
Definitions of returnable word
- adjective returnable that may be returned: returnable merchandise. 1
- adjective returnable requiring a return, as a writ to the court from which it is issued. 1
- noun returnable a beverage bottle or can that can be returned when empty for refund of a deposit. 1
- adjective returnable goods: that can be taken back to shop 1
- adjective returnable Returnable containers are intended to be taken back to the place they came from so that they can be used again. 0
- adjective returnable If something such as a sum of money or a document is returnable, it will eventually be given back to the person who provided it. 0
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Origin of returnable
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
1375-1425; 1960-65 for def 3; late Middle English retournable. See return, -able
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Parts of speech for Returnable
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returnable popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 60% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
returnable usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for returnable
adj returnable
- commutable — (of a punishment) capable of being reduced in severity
- fungible — (especially of goods) being of such nature or kind as to be freely exchangeable or replaceable, in whole or in part, for another of like nature or kind.
adjective returnable
- exchangeable — Able to be exchanged.
Top questions with returnable
- what is returnable container?
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