Definition

Able to be pulled or dragged by a vehicle or another object.

Example

The boat is towable, making it easy to transport to the lake.

Conversation

I just bought a new boat that is towable by my car.

That's awesome! How heavy is it?

It's pretty light, so I can easily towable it to the lake.

Sounds perfect for summer weekends!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Towable → It is formed from "tow" (from Old English *tōwian*, meaning to pull or drag) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "towable" means capable of being pulled or dragged.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'capable of being pulled' — 'tow' means to pull, and '-able' indicates capability.

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