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

Built for trips and effortless movement, this collapsible carry-on offers versatile functionality, smart storage and a spacious, stylish solution for those who love to schlep without the struggle. —Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025

For instance, the cryo chamber was designed with a collapsible ceiling. —Daron James, IndieWire, 13 Aug. 2025

To help, this Hanke collapsible spinner takes up nearly no closet space at all. —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 12 Aug. 2025

The collapsible handle makes the lightweight box easy to carry. —Christopher Murray 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, 8 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above