Reversible

Word REVERSIBLE
Character 10
Hyphenation re vers i ble
Pronunciations N/A

Definitions and meanings of "Reversible"

What do we mean by reversible?

Capable of being reversed, as. adjective

Finished so that either side can be used. adjective

Wearable with either side turned outward. adjective

Capable of assuming or producing either of two states. adjective

Of or relating to a process, such as a chemical reaction or a phase change, in which the system undergoing the process can be returned to its original state. adjective

A reversible fabric or item of clothing. noun

Capable of being reversed.

Admitting of legal reversal or annulment.

Capable of being reversed, or of being used or shown with either side exposed: as, reversible cloth. Also reversable.

A textile fabric having two faces, either of which may be exposed; a reversible fabric. noun

Capable of being reversed. adjective

Hence, having a pattern or finished surface on both sides, so that either may be used; -- said of fabrics. adjective

A lock that may be applied to a door opening in either direction, or hinged to either jamb. adjective

See under Process. adjective

Able to be reversed adjective

Able to be worn inside out adjective

(of a chemical reaction) capable of proceeding in either direction adjective

(of a phase change) capable of returning to the original state adjective

Capable of returning to the original state without consumption of free energy and increase of entropy adjective

Able to be reversed.

(of clothing) Able to be worn inside out.

(of a chemical reaction) Capable of proceeding in either direction.

(of a phase change) Capable of returning to the original state.

Capable of returning to the original state without consumption of free energy and increase of entropy.

Synonyms and Antonyms for Reversible

The word "reversible" in example sentences

It is what we call a reversible landscape, and is copied from the only genuine picture of the kind in the world. ❋ Frank Richard Stockton (1868)

Be sure to check out the double-duty Lanvin reversible, convertible coat. ❋ Mary Kincaid (2010)

Each of the changes is reversible from the program (or so it claims), and some of the tweaks — such as changing the default behavior of the power button to “shut down” instead of “suspend” — are worthy indeed. ❋ Unknown (2008)

However, an autistic child memorizes a long string of numbers that poisons the nants and causes them to reverse themselves (luckily, they're engaged in reversible computation) and put the planet back. ❋ Unknown (2007)

Introduction of a chimeric chalcone synthase gene into petunia results in reversible co-suppression of homologous genes in trans. ❋ Unknown (2006)

Another method of male contraception close to market in India is called reversible inhibition of sperm under guidance, or RISUG. ❋ The Boston Women’s Health Book Collective (2005)

A Department of Health spokesperson said: The decision to use long-term reversible contraception must be an informed choice. ❋ Unknown (2011)

A Department of Health spokesman said: ''The decision to use long-term reversible contraception must be an informed choice. ❋ Unknown (2011)

If, on the other hand, the evidence is barely adequate without the erroneously-admitted material, and the error was likely quite destructive, then the judges may well find the error "reversible" - one on the basis of which the conviction must be reversed. ❋ Unknown (2009)

I have the Hunter Safety System in reversible Mossy Oak New Break-Up/Blaze, Hunter Safety System Life Line, Hunter Safety System Lineman's Belt, waterproof seatcover, 2 treestand cable-locks with keys, AmeriStep Tree Steps (Pack of 20), AmeriStep Drill Bit (for drilling steps into tree) Bowhanger and a Fieldline Treestand Pack in Mossy Oak New Break-Up. ❋ Unknown (2009)

This definition, of thermodynamic entropy, depends upon cyclic processes that can reach the equality, which are called reversible processes. ❋ Maroney, Owen (2009)

But a spokeswoman for Arafat says that he is in what she is calling a reversible coma, and could come out of it. ❋ Unknown (2004)

This fact constitutes the basis for the designation reversible protein phosphorylation. ❋ Unknown (1992)

The hardened steel rotating tools (2 blades for coarse crushing and 3 blades for fine crushing) are manufactured in one piece and are reversible, that is, both edges can be used. ❋ Unknown (1991)

In some instances, when our systems are suitably adjusted, the transformations are reversible, that is, the energy results in a chemical process — an accumulator; the chemical process results in electricity — the galvanic battery; motion results in electricity — the dynamo; electricity results in motion — the electric motor; etc. ❋ Alfred Korzybski (1914)

Mayor Ireland dissented, calling the reversible concept a "bad idea and a big waste of time but whose time has come." ❋ Unknown (2010)

The technique used in the past to deliver chemotherapy -- called reversible electrophoresis -- allowed the cell membranes to close up again. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The apartments that Arakawa, below, called reversible destiny lofts, in Mitaka, Tokyo ❋ Unknown (2010)

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