Pierceable: meaning, definitions and examples
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pierceable
[ ˈpɪərsəbəl ]
material
Capable of being pierced or penetrated easily.
Synonyms
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| Word | Description / Examples |
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| pierceable |
Used when something is capable of being penetrated by piercing, typically in everyday language or in situations involving general descriptions of materials.
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| penetrable |
Used in a more formal or technical context to describe something that can be penetrated, especially when talking about barriers or defenses.
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| perforable |
Refers to a material or object that can be perforated, typically indicating the ability to be punched with holes. Often used in manufacturing or specialized contexts.
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Examples of usage
- This fabric is very pierceable, so be careful with sharp objects.
- The thin plastic is pierceable by even the smallest needle.
Translations
Translations of the word "pierceable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 perfurável
🇮🇳 छेदने योग्य
🇩🇪 durchstechbar
🇮🇩 dapat ditusuk
🇺🇦 проколюваний
🇵🇱 przebijalny
🇯🇵 貫通可能な
🇫🇷 perçable
🇪🇸 perforable
🇹🇷 delinebilir
🇰🇷 뚫을 수 있는
🇸🇦 قابل للاختراق
🇨🇿 propíchnutelný
🇸🇰 prepichnuteľný
🇨🇳 可穿透的
🇸🇮 preboden
🇮🇸 götanlegur
🇰🇿 тесуге болатын
🇬🇪 გასასვლელი
🇦🇿 deşilə bilən
🇲🇽 perforable
Etymology
The word 'pierceable' is derived from the verb 'pierce', which has Old French and Latin origins. The concept of piercing has been used in various contexts throughout history, from weaponry to fashion. The adjective 'pierceable' emerged to describe objects or materials that can be easily penetrated. As technology and materials evolved, the term became more prevalent in modern usage.