collapsible

adjective

col·​laps·​ible kə-ˈlap-sə-bəl 

: able to be folded into a more compact shape

a collapsible stepladder

The collapsible bikes were created in London with the city commuter in mind …

—Karen Loutzenheiser

Hagrid wouldn't let Harry buy a solid gold cauldron, either … but they got a nice set of scales for weighing potion ingredients and a collapsible brass telescope.

—J. K. Rowling

also, of a part of a graphical user interface : able to be hidden or to have certain components (such as options in a menu) hidden by the user when not needed

The use of a collapsible menu keeps the navigation less cluttered, but keeps all functionality at your fingertips.

—Susan Perschke

collapsibility

kə-ˌlap-sə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

Examples of collapsible in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The brand, CleverMade, is known for its collapsible totes. —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025

Look for lightweight, collapsible furniture, such as this stool, which is multipurpose and can fold flat when not in use. —Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025

Its collapsible frame and snap-locking system allow for tool-free assembly in minutes. —Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025

The dressers, which come in brown or white, feature metal frames, wooden tops, and collapsible fabric drawers. —News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above