malleable
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Adjective — Capable of being hammered or pressed into a new shape without breaking, as with certain metals.
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Etymology
From Latin malleare ("to hammer"), from malleus ("hammer").
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What does “malleable” mean?
The word “malleable” means capable of being hammered or pressed into a new shape without breaking, as with certain metals. In plain terms, something that can be bent, shaped, or changed easily, whether it's a metal or a person's opinions.
How do you pronounce “malleable”?
“Malleable” is pronounced MAEE-uh-buh ([ˈmæɫiəbɫ̩] in IPA).
How do you use “malleable” in a sentence?
Here is “malleable” used in a sentence: “Gold is one of the most malleable metals known.”
What part of speech is “malleable”?
“Malleable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “malleable” come from?
The word “malleable” comes from Latin. From Latin malleare ("to hammer"), from malleus ("hammer").
How many meanings does “malleable” have?
“Malleable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: capable of being hammered or pressed into a new shape without breaking, as with certain metals.