Discerpible

/dɪˈsɜːrpɪbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being torn apart or separated into pieces; able to be fragmented.

Etymology

From discerp + -ible (capable of). Following the pattern of Latin-derived words in English that describe capacity or possibility.

Kelly Says

Materials scientists might use this term to describe something that can be mechanically separated — it's technical vocabulary for describing how things can come apart.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.