con·vert·ible
kən-ˈvər-tə-bəl 
1
: capable of being converted
a bond convertible to 12 shares of common stock
2
: having a top that may be lowered or removed
convertible coupe
plural convertibles
: something convertible
especially
: a convertible automobile compare roadster sense 1a
Examples of convertible in a Sentence
Adjective
The bonds are convertible into stock.
Recent Examples on the Web
Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2024
Cano was named president of the company and received a convertible note, which converts into 165,000 shares of DWAC’s stock that had a value of more than $6 million at the time the lawsuit was filed, according to the complaint.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 11 Apr. 2024
As your baby develops more strength and learns to sit up, the convertible toy stacks to make a supportive and comfortably padded chair.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 6 Apr. 2024
With time and a one-of-a-kind convertible on their hands, the drivers unloaded the car for a joyride on the then-new LA freeways.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 4 Apr. 2024
The phrase conjures many things, not least the iconic black and white images of vintage convertible cars, shiny black sunglasses, glamorous starlets and hustling cads named Marcello — all unforgettably captured in Federico Fellini's iconic Italian film evoking a special time and place.
—Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes, 30 Mar. 2024
Which pants are best for hiking is really a matter of personal preference, with options ranging from lightweight cargo pants with plenty of pockets to convertible pants that transform into shorts in a matter of seconds.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
The company has recently commenced the repurchase of approximately $251 million of its 2.75% convertible senior notes due in 2048.
—Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
The company recorded a $50.5 million profit in 2022 after getting a boost from a change in the value related to its convertible notes.
—Bailey Lipschultz, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2024
Josh Max, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Here are some of our favorites: Barbie and her matching pink convertible.
—Andrew Blankstein, NBC News, 11 Mar. 2024
Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown rode in a convertible with Ashlyn Tsui, Miss Chinatown 2023.
—Karl Mondon, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2024
Two barely serviceable rear seats provide the stylish convertible with a fig leaf of practicality.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 15 Feb. 2024
The Surface Pro 10 for Business will come in the convertible’s usual 13-inch size, while the Surface Laptop 6 for Business will be available in both 13.5-inch and 15-inch forms.
—Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 21 Mar. 2024
The mainstay performers made their way through the procession in six convertibles.
—Lance Brownfield, arkansasonline.com, 18 Mar. 2024
The property also offers tours of town, the rice fields, and the local villages in vintage VW convertibles.
—Annie Daly, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024
Still, auto optimists dream of idyllic drives in convertibles.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 15 Feb. 2024
Adjective
The electric coupé and convertible share a more sculpted shape than their ICE siblings, special Folgore badging, and don’t have exhaust pipes.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2024
Cano was named president of the company and received a convertible note, which converts into 165,000 shares of DWAC’s stock that had a value of more than $6 million at the time the lawsuit was filed, according to the complaint.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 11 Apr. 2024
As your baby develops more strength and learns to sit up, the convertible toy stacks to make a supportive and comfortably padded chair.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 6 Apr. 2024
With time and a one-of-a-kind convertible on their hands, the drivers unloaded the car for a joyride on the then-new LA freeways.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 4 Apr. 2024
The phrase conjures many things, not least the iconic black and white images of vintage convertible cars, shiny black sunglasses, glamorous starlets and hustling cads named Marcello — all unforgettably captured in Federico Fellini's iconic Italian film evoking a special time and place.
—Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes, 30 Mar. 2024
Which pants are best for hiking is really a matter of personal preference, with options ranging from lightweight cargo pants with plenty of pockets to convertible pants that transform into shorts in a matter of seconds.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
The company has recently commenced the repurchase of approximately $251 million of its 2.75% convertible senior notes due in 2048.
—Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
The company recorded a $50.5 million profit in 2022 after getting a boost from a change in the value related to its convertible notes.
—Bailey Lipschultz, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2024
Noun
But summer is, naturally, the sweet spot for convertibles.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Here are some of our favorites: Barbie and her matching pink convertible.
—Andrew Blankstein, NBC News, 11 Mar. 2024
Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown rode in a convertible with Ashlyn Tsui, Miss Chinatown 2023.
—Karl Mondon, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2024
Two barely serviceable rear seats provide the stylish convertible with a fig leaf of practicality.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 15 Feb. 2024
The Surface Pro 10 for Business will come in the convertible’s usual 13-inch size, while the Surface Laptop 6 for Business will be available in both 13.5-inch and 15-inch forms.
—Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 21 Mar. 2024
The mainstay performers made their way through the procession in six convertibles.
—Lance Brownfield, arkansasonline.com, 18 Mar. 2024
The property also offers tours of town, the rice fields, and the local villages in vintage VW convertibles.
—Annie Daly, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024
Still, auto optimists dream of idyllic drives in convertibles.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 15 Feb. 2024
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convertible
1 of 2 adjective
con·vert·ible
kən-ˈvərt-ə-bəl
: capable of being converted : able to be changed in form or use
a sofa convertible into a bed
convertible
2 of 2 noun1
: something convertible
2
: an automobile with a top that can be raised, lowered, or removed
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