Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
navigable
Adjective
/ˈnæv.ɪ.ɡə.bəl/
Definition
Able to be navigated or traveled through, especially by ships or boats.
Examples
- The river is navigable for large ships during the summer months.
- Many lakes are navigable, providing access for recreational boating.
- The canal was made navigable after extensive dredging work.
Meaning
Describes a body of water or a route that is suitable for navigation, allowing vessels to move through it safely.
Synonyms
- sailable
- passable
- bridgeable
