Removably: meaning, definitions and examples

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removably

 

[ rɪˈmoʊvəbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

object attachment

In a manner that allows for the removal of an object. This term is often used in contexts where parts or components can be detached or separated from the main structure without causing damage.

Synonyms

detachably, interchangeably.

Examples of usage

  • The cover can be removably attached for easy cleaning.
  • The device features a removably sealed case.
  • The battery is designed to be removably replaced.

Etymology

The word 'removably' is derived from the base verb 'remove', which comes from the Latin 'removere', meaning 'to move back', from re- 'back' + movere 'to move'. The addition of the suffix '-ably' indicates a manner of doing something, transforming the verb into an adverb that describes the way an action can be performed. The formation follows a common pattern in English where adverbs are created from adjectives or actions to specify how something is done. This usage of 'removably' emphasizes flexibility and adaptability, especially in technical or mechanical contexts.