Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

purgeable

Adjective

/ˈpɜːr.dʒə.bəl/

Definition

Capable of being removed or eliminated, often in reference to data or materials that can be cleared or cleaned out.

Examples

The system has purgeable cache files that can be safely deleted to free up space.
In order to maintain a clean environment, purgeable waste should be properly disposed of.
The app allowed users to mark certain data as purgeable to improve performance.

Meaning

The term ‘purgeable’ is often used in contexts where something can be discarded or deleted, such as unnecessary files or hazardous substances that need to be purged.