Definition

Adjective: Capable of being cleaned; able to be made clean or free from dirt, stains, or impurities.

Usage

The word "cleanable" is used to describe an object, material, or surface that can be effectively cleaned. It indicates that the item will not be damaged by the cleaning process and that dirt or stains can be removed from it. * This property is often considered when purchasing items like furniture, clothing, or appliances. * It is commonly found in product descriptions, care instructions, and reviews.

Examples

• The sofa cushions have a cleanable fabric cover.
• Is the keyboard cleanable with disinfectant wipes?
• One advantage of this floor mat is that it is completely cleanable and dishwasher-safe.
• The manufacturer claims the paint is cleanable, so marks from crayons should wipe off easily.

Advanced Usage

• "Easily cleanable": A frequent collocation emphasizing that an item can be cleaned with minimal effort.
  • The non-stick coating makes the pan easily cleanable.
• Used in formal or technical contexts, such as hygiene standards, to specify requirements for surfaces.
  • All food contact surfaces in the kitchen must be smooth, non-absorbent, and cleanable.

Variants and Related Words

• Clean (verb): To make something free from dirt or mess.
• Cleanability (noun): The quality or degree to which something is capable of being cleaned.
  • The cleanability of a surface is a key factor in laboratory design.

Synonyms

• Washable
• Wipeable
• Removable (in the context of stains or dirt)

Antonyms

• Non-washable
• Stain-resistant (implies stains cannot penetrate, which is different from being removable)
• Permanent (when referring to stains)

Adjective

1. capable of being cleaned