adjustable
adjective · noun
Simple meaning
Designed to be adjusted without difficulty.
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əˈdʒʌstəbəl
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Definition
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adjective
usually
Designed to be adjusted without difficulty.
Capable of being adjusted.
noun
often
An adjustable hand tool for tightening and loosening nuts and bolts.
Anything that can be adjusted.
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Sense: designed to be adjusted without difficulty
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