Definition

Able to be taken or received.

Example

The offer was takeable, so I decided to accept it.

Conversation

Have you checked if that pizza is still takeable?

I think it is; it was just delivered a little while ago.

That's great! I was worried it might have gone cold.

No worries, it's definitely takeable for dinner.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Takeable → It is formed from "take" (from Old English "tacan", meaning to seize or grasp) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "takeable" means capable of being taken or seized.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'take' which means to seize, and remember that 'takeable' refers to something that can be seized or taken.

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