importable

1 of 2

adjective (1)

obsolete

: unendurable, intolerable

importable

2 of 2

adjective (2)

im·​port·​able (ˈ)im-¦pȯr-tə-bəl 

: capable of being imported

an importable article of merchandise

Word History

Etymology

Adjective (1)

Middle English, from Middle French, from Late Latin importabilis, from Latin in- in- entry 1 + portare to carry, bear + -abilis -able

Adjective (2)

import entry 1 + -able

First Known Use

Adjective (1)

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective (2)

1533, in the meaning defined above

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now

Rhymes for importable

• portable
• deportable
• exportable
• reportable
• supportable
• transportable
• insupportable
• unsupportable