Shiftable: meaning, definitions and examples

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shiftable

 

[ ˈʃɪftəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

ability to move

Shiftable refers to an item or equipment that can be moved or relocated easily. It is often used in the context of machinery, furniture, or other objects that are designed for mobility and convenience.

Synonyms

adjustable, flexible, movable, portable, repositionable

Examples of usage

  • The shiftable furniture allowed us to rearrange the room effortlessly.
  • Her shiftable office station made it easy to collaborate with team members.
  • The shiftable stages at the concert provided a dynamic viewing experience.
  • Using shiftable tools can improve productivity in a workshop.
  • The shiftable nature of the structure enables quick adaptations to changing needs.

Translations

Translations of the word "shiftable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 móvel

🇮🇳 स्थानांतरित करने योग्य

🇩🇪 verschiebbar

🇮🇩 dapat dipindahkan

🇺🇦 переміщуваний

🇵🇱 przesuwalny

🇯🇵 移動可能な

🇫🇷 déplaçable

🇪🇸 movible

🇹🇷 kaydırılabilir

🇰🇷 이동 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل النقل

🇨🇿 přesunovatelný

🇸🇰 presúvateľný

🇨🇳 可移动的

🇸🇮 premičen

🇮🇸 færður

🇰🇿 ауыстырылатын

🇬🇪 გადატანილი

🇦🇿 köçürülən

🇲🇽 movible

Word origin

The term 'shiftable' originates from the verb 'shift', which is derived from Middle English 'schiften', meaning to exchange or change places. The word has evolved over centuries, with its roots tracing back to Old English 'scyftan', reflecting the sense of moving or transferring something from one place to another. The addition of the suffix '-able' indicates capability, thus forming an adjective that describes the ability to be shifted or moved. This flexibility in meaning aligns with modern contexts in which shiftable is utilized, particularly in discussions about design, furniture, and technology, emphasizing adaptability and ease of relocation.