ministrable

noun

min·​is·​tra·​ble

ˈminə̇strəbəl

plural -s

: a recurrent member of successive ministries

the ministrables were usually seasoned parliamentarians

Word History

Etymology

French, ministrable suitable for appointmemt as a cabinet minister, from ministre minister + -able

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