Potable
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpəʊtəbəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Potable is an adjective meaning (formal) Good for drinking without fear of waterborne disease or poisoning.
Meaning
(formal) Good for drinking without fear of waterborne disease or poisoning.
More Meanings
- Any drinkable liquid; a beverage.
Example Sentences
potable water
When solar beams / Parch thirsty human veins, the damask'd meads, / Unforc'd display ten thousand painted flow'rs / Useful in potables.
The water from this river should not be considered potable without disinfection: you may be OK if you drink it raw, but you're gambling if you do so.
Word Forms
- potables
Synonyms for potable
Depending on context, synonyms include drinkable, drinkworthy, drink, beverage.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include drinkable, drink, beverage, drinking, food, catering.
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