Definition

Able to be sent or transported, especially by a shipping service.

Example

The package is ready and shippable within 24 hours.

Conversation

Have you checked if our packages are shippable?

Yeah, they should all be fine to send out this week.

That's great to hear! I was worried about the larger items.

No need to worry; they're all shippable without any issues.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shippable → It is formed from "ship" (from Old English *scip*, meaning a vessel for traveling on water) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "shippable" means capable of being shipped or transported by ship.

Memory Tip

Think of a vessel ('ship') that is 'capable' ('-able') of carrying goods — that's why shippable means something that can be shipped.

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