removable

American  

[ri-moo-vuh-buhl] / rɪˈmu və bəl /

adjective

1. that may be removed.

2. Mathematics.

   1. (of a singularity of a function of a complex variable) noting that the function is not analytic at the point but that the function can be redefined so as to be analytic at the point.

   2. (of a discontinuity) noting that the function is discontinuous at the point but that the function can be redefined so as to be continuous at the point.

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Other Word Forms

• nonremovable adjective
• removability noun
• removableness noun
• removably adverb
• unremovable adjective
• unremovableness noun
• unremovably adverb

Etymology

Origin of removable

First recorded in 1525–35; remove + -able

Example Sentences

Done up in a luscious dark-red paint scheme, it has a removable roof over the front seats, putting your chauffeur out in the elements while you sit in back, away from prying eyes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Many of the agencies that perform regulatory and adjudicative functions are ordinary Cabinet-level departments, the heads of which are nominated by the president, confirmed by the Senate, and removable at will by the president.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2025

Complete with a dimmable, removable LED mirror, it functions as both an organizer and a vanity for when one isn’t handy.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2024

Mr Botero’s firm, an “innovation company”, has designed the paint to be removable – once dry, you can peel it off like plastic wrap.

From BBC • Oct. 31, 2024

"Is a car bumper, but see this part is a removable can opener. So simple and yet so necessary, eh?"

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez

Related Words

• portable