Inoperable
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Inoperable is an adjective meaning (surgery) Incapable of being successfully operated on.
Meaning
(surgery) Incapable of being successfully operated on.
More Meanings
- Incapable of operation or function; inoperative.
Example Sentences
MPower Kernow will clear and repair the currently inoperable turntable - allowing steam locomotives to be turned in Cornwall again and opening up the potential for new charter operations.
Synonyms for inoperable
Depending on context, synonyms include incurable, unserviceable.
Antonyms for inoperable
Common opposites include operable.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include unserviceable, unavailable, impractical, impracticable, unfeasible, unviable.
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