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expandable

 

[ ɪkˈspændəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in technology

Capable of being expanded or stretched.

Synonyms

adjustable, extendable, stretchable.

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Word Description / Examples
expandable

Used for objects or systems that can increase in size, volume, or capacity.

  • The memory on this computer is expandable up to 16 GB
  • The file storage on this device is expandable
stretchable

Describes something that can be stretched or made longer without breaking.

  • These leggings are made from a stretchable material
  • The rubber band is highly stretchable
extendable

Used for things that can be made longer in length or time.

  • This table is extendable, making it perfect for large dinners
  • The deadline for the project is extendable if needed
adjustable

Refers to items that can be modified or adapted in size, position, or other properties.

  • The office chair is adjustable for people of different heights
  • The brightness of the screen is adjustable

Examples of usage

  • The new smartphone has an expandable memory, allowing users to store more photos and videos.
  • The expandable section of the suitcase makes it easy to pack for long trips.

Translations

Translations of the word "expandable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 expansível

🇮🇳 विस्तार योग्य

🇩🇪 erweiterbar

🇮🇩 dapat diperluas

🇺🇦 розширюваний

🇵🇱 rozszerzalny

🇯🇵 拡張可能

🇫🇷 extensible

🇪🇸 expandible

🇹🇷 genişletilebilir

🇰🇷 확장할 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للتوسيع

🇨🇿 rozšiřitelný

🇸🇰 rozšíriteľný

🇨🇳 可扩展的

🇸🇮 razširljiv

🇮🇸 útvíkkanlegt

🇰🇿 кеңейтуге болатын

🇬🇪 გაფართოებადი

🇦🇿 genişləndirilə bilən

🇲🇽 expandible

Etymology

The word 'expandable' originated from the verb 'expand,' which came into English from the Latin 'expandere,' meaning 'to spread out.' The suffix '-able' is used to create an adjective expressing capability or possibility. Over time, 'expandable' has become commonly used in technology and other fields to describe objects or systems that can be enlarged or stretched.

See also: expand, expanded, expanding, expanse, expansion, expansionist, expansive.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,791, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.