convertible

1 of 2

adjective

con·​vert·​ible kən-ˈvər-tə-bəl How to pronounce convertible (audio)
1
: capable of being converted
a bond convertible to 12 shares of common stock
2
: having a top that may be lowered or removed
convertible coupe
convertibility noun
convertibleness noun
convertibly adverb

convertible

2 of 2

noun

plural convertibles
: something convertible
especially : a convertible automobile compare roadster sense 1a

Examples of convertible in a Sentence

Adjective The bonds are convertible into stock.
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Adjective
Lynch said the vehicle is believed to be a newer model blue or gray Ford Mustang convertible with white license plates. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Dec. 2024 And that’s because the Italian team at Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design created Seawolf X’s sleek exterior silhouette and innovative outdoor living areas—including a hidden pool and a convertible home theatre in the bow area. Bill Springer, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Noun
The model was introduced in 1953 as a convertible, and was produced from 1957 through 1960 as a Brougham (four-door hardtop). Robert Ross, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024 While some are cruising in baby blue convertibles on Rodeo Drive, others are living, eating, sleeping, and surviving on the streets. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for convertible 

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1615, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of convertible was in the 14th century

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“Convertible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/convertible. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

convertible

1 of 2 adjective
con·​vert·​ible kən-ˈvərt-ə-bəl How to pronounce convertible (audio)
: capable of being converted : able to be changed in form or use
a sofa convertible into a bed
convertibility noun

convertible

2 of 2 noun
1
: something convertible
2
: an automobile with a top that can be raised, lowered, or removed
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