Definition

Able to be saved or rescued from damage or destruction.

Example

The salvable items from the wreckage were collected by the rescue team.

Conversation

I heard the storm damaged your old shed.

Yeah, it was pretty bad, but some parts are still salvable.

That's good to hear! Which parts do you think you can use again?

The roof and some of the wood beams are definitely salvable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Salvable → It is formed from "salvare" (meaning to save) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "salvable" means capable of being saved or rescued.

Memory Tip

Think of 'saving' ('salvare') something and remember that 'salvable' means it can be saved.

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