Disconnectable: meaning, definitions and examples

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disconnectable

 

[ ˌdɪskəˈnɛktəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

technology

Capable of being disconnected or separated from a system or network.

Synonyms

detachable, removable, unpluggable.

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Word Description / Examples
disconnectable

Typically used in technical or engineering contexts where something can be separated or interrupted.

  • The device features a disconnectable power supply for safety.
  • The system includes disconnectable connectors to prevent short circuits.
detachable

Commonly used when something is designed to be attached or removed, especially in consumer products or accessories.

  • The backpack has a detachable rain cover.
  • This camera lens is detachable for easy cleaning.
removable

Often used when referring to parts of an object that can be taken out or separated for convenience, cleaning, or replacement.

  • The laptop has a removable battery.
  • The cover of the phone is removable for access to the SIM card.
unpluggable

Usually used in contexts where something can be disconnected by unplugging, particularly when referring to electronics or appliances.

  • The toaster is unpluggable for safety when not in use.
  • The speaker is unpluggable, allowing for portable use.

Examples of usage

  • This device is disconnectable from the main network for security reasons.
  • The headphones are disconnectable, allowing for easy replacement if needed.

Translations

Translations of the word "disconnectable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desconectável

🇮🇳 अलग करने योग्य

🇩🇪 trennbar

🇮🇩 dapat diputuskan

🇺🇦 відключення можливе

🇵🇱 odłączalny

🇯🇵 切断可能な

🇫🇷 déconnectable

🇪🇸 desconectable

🇹🇷 bağlantısı kesilebilir

🇰🇷 연결 해제 가능

🇸🇦 قابل للفصل

🇨🇿 odpojitelný

🇸🇰 odpojiteľný

🇨🇳 可断开的

🇸🇮 odklopljiv

🇮🇸 fráhvarfshæfur

🇰🇿 ажыратуға болатын

🇬🇪 გამორთვის შესაძლო

🇦🇿 ayırmaq mümkün

🇲🇽 desconectable

Etymology

The term 'disconnectable' is a modern word that has emerged in the context of technology. As our reliance on various devices and networks has increased, the need for the ability to disconnect or separate components has become more important. The prefix 'dis-' indicates negation or reversal, while 'connectable' suggests the ability to be connected. Together, 'disconnectable' embodies the concept of being able to detach or separate from a system or network.