Towable: meaning, definitions and examples

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towable

 

[ ˈtoʊə.bəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

ability to tow

Towable refers to something that can be pulled or towed by another vehicle. This term is commonly used to describe trailers, boats, and other types of equipment designed for transportation by being hitched to a towing vehicle.

Synonyms

hitchable, pullable, towing

Examples of usage

  • The towable camper was perfect for our road trip.
  • Many boat models are towable, making them easy to transport.
  • We rented a towable trailer for the weekend getaway.

Translations

Translations of the word "towable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rebocável

🇮🇳 खींचने योग्य

🇩🇪 abschleppbar

🇮🇩 dapat ditarik

🇺🇦 пристосований для буксирування

🇵🇱 holowalny

🇯🇵 牽引可能な

🇫🇷 remorquable

🇪🇸 remolcable

🇹🇷 çekilebilir

🇰🇷 견인 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل السحب

🇨🇿 tažný

🇸🇰 ťahateľný

🇨🇳 可拖曳的

🇸🇮 potegljiv

🇮🇸 toga

🇰🇿 тартылатын

🇬🇪 სათრევი

🇦🇿 təkil sürülən

🇲🇽 remolcable

Word origin

The word 'towable' is derived from the verb 'tow', which comes from the Old English 'towian', meaning 'to pull or drag along'. The suffix '-able' is used to form adjectives indicating capability or suitability. The combination of these elements suggests an object that is capable of being towed. The usage of 'towable' has become more prevalent with the increase in recreational vehicles and water sports, particularly in the context of camping and boating, since these activities often require trailers or other equipment that can be easily towed. The industrial and automotive sectors also use the term, relating to various types of vehicles that can be towed, further solidifying its place in everyday language.