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pliable

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Adj — Easily bent or shaped without breaking.

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Etymology

From Old French ploiable, from ploiier ("to fold") — related to the word "ply."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pliable” mean?

The word “pliable” means easily bent or shaped without breaking. In plain terms, bendable, either physically (like soft material) or in terms of someone's willingness to be swayed.

How do you pronounce “pliable”?

“Pliable” is pronounced PLEYE-uh-buhl (/ˈplaɪəbəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “pliable” in a sentence?

Here is “pliable” used in a sentence: “Warm the clay slightly to make it more pliable.”

What part of speech is “pliable”?

“Pliable” is an adjective.

Where does the word “pliable” come from?

The word “pliable” comes from Old French. From Old French ploiable, from ploiier ("to fold") — related to the word "ply.".

How many meanings does “pliable” have?

“Pliable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: easily bent or shaped without breaking.

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