1. Capable of being treated by surgical operation
   "an operable cancer" 
2. Fit or ready for use or service
   - functional, usable, useable, operational 
3. Usable for a specific purpose
   "an operable plan"
   - practicable

See also: practical, serviceable

Antonym: inoperable

Encyclopedia: Operable

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