stackable

adjective

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

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The set includes four rectangular containers with a 2-cup capacity and matching, stackable lids for easy storage in the fridge, pantry, or on the counter. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026 Best Wayfair Outlet Deals Overall My can’t-miss deals include pieces that will make your home more functional for everyday use, such as stackable patio chairs for outdoor entertaining and a lightweight, cotton duvet set that’s ideal for hot sleepers. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026 Some explore vertical gardens and hydroponics Other approaches in Kigali include vertical farms, where vegetables and fruits such as strawberries are grown in stackable plastic containers. Evelyne Musambi, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026 Many people will opt for a stackable washer/dryer to make use of the vertical space offered in a small laundry room, as per many of the laundry room ideas pictured above. Lindsey Mather, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 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 18 Apr. 2026.

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stackable

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