Hyphenation of able

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able

Definitions of able:

1.
(usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
Able to swim She was able to program her computer We were at last able to buy a car Able to get a grant for the project
2.
Have the skills and qualifications to do things well
Able teachers A capable administrator Children as young as 14 can be extremely capable and dependable
3.
Having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity
Able to learn Human beings are able to walk on two feet Superman is able to leap tall buildings
4.
Having a strong healthy body
An able seaman Every able-bodied young man served in the army

Synonyms of able:

adj able
adj capable, competent
adj capable
adj able-bodied, fit, healthy

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