Bendable

/ˈbɛndəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being bent or flexed without breaking; flexible and pliable.

Etymology

From 'bend' (Old English 'bendan') plus the productive English suffix '-able' (from Latin 'habilis,' capable). Standard formation dating to Middle English.

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