Definition of reversible
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Examples of reversible in a Sentence
Fortunately, the damage is reversible.
Recent Examples of reversible from the Web
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Bleaching is reversible, but if waters remain too warm for too long, coral starves and dies.
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Free Spin Reversible Leggings, $97 (orig. $195); sweatybetty.com With reflective accents, these sculpting leggings make running easy day or night.
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Like its non-travel counterpart, the Reversible Mat 5mm, lululemon’s travel mat is made of polyurethane and has an antimicrobial additive.
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A cube with a reversible top (a cushion on one side and a wood surface on the other) can serve as either a coffee table or an extra seat.
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This reversible recliner cover will protect his favorite spot to catch the big game while displaying his love for the orange and blue.
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The decision to test the Ford as originally required was a clear—though unfortunately reversible—
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Unlike a sloppy cat-eye, the effects aren't reversible.
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As you like it A reversible linen curtain is brilliant in its simplicity, thanks to the small loops tacked onto its lower corners.
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First Known Use of reversible
1648
reversible
Definition of reversible
: a reversible cloth or article of clothing
First Known Use of reversible
1863
REVERSIBLE Defined for English Language Learners
reversible
playDefinition of reversible for English Language Learners
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: able to be changed back to an earlier or original state
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: able to be stopped and not causing permanent damage or changes
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: having two sides that can be used
Medical Dictionary
reversible
playMedical Definition of reversible
1: capable of going through a series of actions (as changes) either backward or forward the chemical reaction was not reversible
2: capable of being corrected or undone : not permanent or irrevocable reversible hypertension a reversible vasectomy
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See words that rhyme with reversible Spanish Central: Translation of reversible Nglish: Translation of reversible for Spanish speakers
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