Comprisable

/kəmˈpraɪzəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Able to be comprised, included, or contained within something; capable of being comprised.

Etymology

From 'comprise' (from Old French 'compris,' past participle of 'comprendre') plus '-able' (capable of). It means capable of being included or contained.

Kelly Says

The word 'comprise' itself is controversial—many people argue it shouldn't mean 'make up' but only 'contain,' but 'comprisable' mostly sticks to the original 'include/contain' meaning.

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