identifiable

adjective

iden·​ti·​fi·​able ī-ˌden-tə-ˈfī-ə-bəl How to pronounce identifiable (audio)
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: capable of being identified
Cardenal … was easily identifiable in his signature black beret and loose white peasant shirts.Associated Press
While there's no single identifiable cause of high blood pressure, secondary hypertension is often sparked by conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea, kidney problems, thyroid problems or consumption of cocaine or methamphetamine.Fiza Pirani
identifiably adverb
an identifiably British accent
Each species of spider builds a web that is identifiably unique … Michael H. Robinson

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Being digital first means having accurate data with identifiable origins. Alex Ford, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025 The hives last for six weeks — or longer — and the chances of there being an identifiable, specific trigger are low. Diane Herbst, People.com, 11 July 2025 The tomb of a Mayan king has been discovered by Texas archaeologists in Caracol, Belize, marking the first time researchers in the ancient city have found a ruler's identifiable resting place. Kerry Breen july 10, CBS News, 10 July 2025 Items deemed safety hazards (Frisbees, balloons, laser pointers, fireworks, etc.) Tobacco products (the campus is tobacco-free) Weapons Pets are not allowed except for service dogs, which must be harnessed or tethered and identifiable. Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for identifiable

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First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of identifiable was in 1804

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“Identifiable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/identifiable. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.

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