Definition

Able to be split or divided into parts.

Example

The material is cleavable, making it easy to separate into smaller pieces.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a cleavable chocolate bar?

Yeah, I love those because they’re easy to share.

Right? It’s like they’re designed for sharing.

Exactly! I wish all snacks were cleavable like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cleavable → It is formed from "cleave" (from Old English "cleofan", meaning to split or divide) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "cleavable" means capable of being split or divided.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'split' ('cleave') and is 'capable of' ('-able') being divided.

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