Definition

Suitable for trade or sale, meaning it meets the necessary quality standards for being sold in the market.

Example

The goods were deemed merchantable and ready for sale at the market.

Conversation

Have you checked if those vintage clothes are still merchantable?

I looked at them yesterday, and they seem to be in good shape.

That's great! We should definitely try to sell them if they're merchantable.

Absolutely! I think people would love to buy them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Merchantable → It is formed from "merchant" (from Old French *marchand*, meaning a trader or dealer) and "-able" (meaning capable of or suitable for). The word "merchantable" means suitable for sale or capable of being sold.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'merchant' who is a trader, and remember that 'merchantable' means something that is suitable for a merchant to sell.

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