returnable

/ri'tə:nəbl/

Thân thiện

A customer brings a returnable bottle back to the grocery store.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Capable of being sent back or given back: Describes an item, especially merchandise, that can be legally or acceptably returned to the seller or original place.
   • Legally required to be returned: Describes a legal document, such as a writ or summons, that must be officially sent back to the court or issuing authority.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The store's policy states that all items are returnable within 30 days with proof of purchase.
  • The judge issued a returnable writ, demanding it be filed back with the court by a specific date.
  • Please ensure the package is returnable in case the recipient is not available.

Advanced Usage

• In a legal context: Often used to describe court documents where a formal response or physical return of the document is mandated.
  • The subpoena was made returnable before the clerk of the court.

Variants and Related Words

• Return (verb): To give, send, or put something back.
• Returnability (noun): The quality or state of being returnable (less common).
• Non-returnable (adjective): Not able or allowed to be returned.

Synonyms

• Refundable: (Often for money) Capable of being paid back.
• Exchangeable: Capable of being traded for something else.

Related Phrases

• "Returnable container": A bottle or deposit box designed to be returned for reuse or a refund.
  • Many states have laws for returnable beverage containers to encourage recycling.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. that may be returned
   • returnable bottles and cans
   • this merchandise is returnable if you save the receipt