serviceable

Definitions


[ˈsəːvɪsəbl], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- fulfilling its function adequately; usable
(e.g: an ageing but still serviceable water supply system)

- functional and durable rather than attractive
(e.g: sturdy, serviceable laced-up shoes)


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Origin:
Middle English (in the sense ‘willing to be of service’): from Old French servisable, from servise (see service)




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