Chokeable

/ˈtʃoʊkəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being choked or prone to choking; able to be blocked or obstructed.

Etymology

From 'choke' + '-able' suffix (from Latin '-abilis'). The '-able' suffix forms adjectives indicating capability or susceptibility.

Kelly Says

Ironically, larger objects are often MORE chokeable than smaller ones—the 'hard candy paradox' shows how shape and brittleness matter more than size when it comes to choking hazards.

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