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RECOGNISABLE

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does recognisable mean? 

RECOGNISABLE (adjective)
  The adjective RECOGNISABLE has 1 sense:

1. capable of being recognizedplay

  Familiarity information: RECOGNISABLE used as an adjective is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


RECOGNISABLE (adjective)


Sense 1

Meaning:

Capable of being recognized

Synonyms:

placeable; recognisable; recognizable

Similar:

identifiable (capable of being identified)


 Context examples 


Scientists have solved the riddle behind one of the most recognisable, and annoying, household sounds: the dripping tap.

(What causes the sound of a dripping tap – and how do you stop it?, University of Cambridge)



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