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ejectable

ejectable

1 6.4
Can be released from a machine or vehicle in an emergency to keep people safe
  • adjective
  • /ɪˈdʒɛktəbl/
translation icon : eyectable
  • -You said there was an ejectable roof.

Examples

  • The alternative is to check whether the file system you're on is TOOLONG, without worrying about whether it possesses the read-only or ejectable nature.

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  • Harpoon gun, parachutes built into seats, ejectable roof.

    xXx (2002)

  • Refinement: Don't just look for any read-only ejectable file system, because that includes CDs.

    Blog text (12)

  • My guess is that an unwritable, removable, and ejectable filesystem is sufficient to identify it as some sort of distribution medium, but feel free to refine this and let me know.

    Blog text (12)

  • The aircraft was equipped with an ejectable seat to ensure pilot safety during emergencies.

  • In case of a fire, the vehicle has an ejectable roof to allow passengers to escape quickly.

  • Many modern race cars come with ejectable safety features that are activated during dangerous situations.

Synonyms

removable
vsejectable
20 3.3

Something you can take off or move to another place

is designed to allow quick emergency freeing for safety not just ordinary taking away
detachable
vsejectable
9 3.5

A part you can remove without damaging the thing it is on

is intended for safety or emergency letting go not only gentle separation
releasable
vsejectable
1 4.0

Made so it can be easily taken off or opened, like a strap

is intended for safety use allowing quick freeing in emergencies rather than simple everyday opening
jettisonable
vsejectable
  • Specialized
8.8

Can be dropped from a plane or vehicle during use

is meant for safety or emergency freeing from various devices not only vehicles
dislodgeable
vsejectable
6.7

You can move it from its place with some effort

is designed to let go quickly for safety not to need forceful removal
dischargeable
vsejectable
  • Specialized
5.1

Can be let out into air or water

is meant for separating parts for safety not for emitting fluids or gases

Surface Forms

ejectable positive

Morphology

ejectable = eject (transparent) = eject + able

Formed by the verb 'eject' + productive adjectival suffix '-able'; the meaning 'able to be ejected' follows directly.

Etymology

Ejectable comes from the parts e- (or ex-) meaning 'out' and ject meaning 'throw', the same root you see in reject and project. So something ejectable is made to be 'thrown out' or released quickly, usually for safety in an emergency.