Fineable

/ˈfaɪnəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Able to be made into a fine texture or able to be subjected to a financial penalty.

Etymology

From 'fine' (to make finer, or a monetary penalty) plus the suffix '-able' (capable of being). The word has dual meanings depending on context—textile processing or legal punishment.

Kelly Says

One word, two completely different meanings: 'fineable' shows how English loves to reuse morphemes—the '-able' suffix works with everything, which is why English speakers can understand compound words they've never seen before.

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