stackable

adjective

stack·​able ˈsta-kə-bəl How to pronounce stackable (audio)
: easily arranged in a stack

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Some boneless couches feature stackable layers that allow multiple configurations, such as removing a layer to place it in front of the couch, extending it into a sleeper sofa, or creating an extra-comfy pit. Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2026 States and institutions will need robust data systems to track completion, placement and earnings outcomes for short-term programs, and eligibility criteria that prioritize work-aligned, stackable credentials connected to broader career ladders. Matt Gandal, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026 Snslxh Stackable Closet Storage Baskets, Set of 5 For bulky knits and sweaters, Lam suggests using stackable shelves like these to keep piles neat and accessible. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026 Look for stackable storage containers and refill them after every grocery trip. Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stackable

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First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stackable was in 1958

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“Stackable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stackable. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.

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stackable

adjective
stack·​able ˈstak-ə-bəl How to pronounce stackable (audio)
: easily stacked
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