printable

adjective

print·​able ˈprin-tə-bəl How to pronounce printable (audio)
1
: capable of being printed or of being printed from
2
: considered fit to publish
printability noun

Examples of printable in a Sentence

The paper's editor isn't looking for a great article, just something printable. There are printable maps on the website.
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Many teen creators use Gumroad to sell everything from printable study guides to productivity planners and design templates. Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025 With printable headphone hangers, carry handles, alternate feet, and much more, this is a PC case for the creative and the curious. PC Magazine, 25 May 2025 The International Olympic Committee has several printable fact sheets on proper fueling for athletes, each broken down by easy, moderate, and hard workout days to make the guidance even easier to follow. Korin Miller, Outside Online, 24 May 2025 And printable files of ancient protheses, once made, can be shared. Heidi Hausse, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for printable

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of printable was in 1827

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“Printable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/printable. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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printable

adjective
print·​able ˈprint-ə-bəl How to pronounce printable (audio)
: considered suitable to be published

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