adj. 1. Capable of being put into effective operation; practicable or feasible: a workable compromise. See Synonyms at possible. 2. Capable of being worked, dealt with, or handled: workable clay. work′a·bili·ty, worka·ble·ness n. worka·bly adv. |
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