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packability

packability

4.3
How easy something is to fit into a small bag or suitcase
  • noun
  • /ˌpækəˈbɪləti/
translation icon : facilidad de empaquetado
  • The packability of this suitcase is excellent.
  • durability and packability
  • comfort and packability

Examples

  • High packability makes this backpack ideal for travel.

  • The packability of this jacket makes it perfect for travelers with limited luggage space.

  • When choosing camping gear, high packability is often just as important as durability.

  • Thanks to its excellent packability, the sleeping bag fits easily into a small backpack.

  • This backpack is known for its excellent packability, making it a top choice for travelers.

  • The packability of this sleeping bag means it can easily fit in my suitcase.

  • When considering camping gear, weight and packability are essential factors for backpackers.

How Collapsible

packability
4.3
flexibility
37 3.0
stiffness
13 3.9

Surface Forms

packability singular
packabilities plural

Morphology

packability = packable (transparent) = pack + able + ity

The meaning 'easy to pack' is the prototypical adjectival sense of 'packable', so forming a noun with '-ity' is straightforward.

Etymology

Packability comes from the simple word pack ('to put things into a bag or box') and the ending -ability ('can be done'). So, for travel items packability means how easy something is to pack or fit into a small bag or suitcase.