Definition

Able to be ridden on the surface of water, typically by a surfer on a surfboard.

Example

The waves today are perfect and surfable for beginners.

Conversation

Did you check the waves today?

Yeah, they looked pretty surfable this morning!

I can't wait to hit the beach and ride some of those waves.

Same here! It’s going to be a great day for surfing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Surfable → It is formed from "surf" (from the Old English *syrf*, meaning to ride on waves) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "surfable" means capable of being surfed or suitable for surfing.

Memory Tip

Think of riding on waves ('surf') and being 'capable of' ('-able') doing it — that's what makes a wave surfable.

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