collapsible

adjective

col·​laps·​ible kə-ˈlap-sə-bəl How to pronounce collapsible (audio)
: 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 noun

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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 See All Example Sentences for collapsible

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of collapsible was in 1843

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“Collapsible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/collapsible. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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