consumable

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adjective

con·​sum·​able kən-ˈsü-mə-bəl How to pronounce consumable (audio)
Synonyms of consumablenext
: capable of being consumed
consumable goods

consumable

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noun

: something (such as food or fuel) that is consumable
usually used in plural

Examples of consumable in a Sentence

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Adjective
Because the panels can be 3D-printed, the researchers estimate that the consumable material cost could be only a few tens of euros per piece. New Atlas, 19 June 2026 Instead of only delivering consumable goods, Amazon is also deploying temporary systems that can restore functions normally supplied by public infrastructure. Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Noun
This is a generation that actually consumes its consumables. Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 Millionaire wealth is measured by investable assets, excluding individuals' primary residences, collectibles, consumables and consumer durable goods, consulting firm Capgemini said in its World Wealth Report 2026, released Thursday. Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for consumable

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1547, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1722, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of consumable was in 1547

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“Consumable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consumable. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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