refundable — able to be refunded; eligible for a return of money paid
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to be refunded; eligible for a return of money paid
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈfʌndəbl/
Example Sentences
- I always buy refundable concert tickets because my girlfriend changes her mind more often than she changes her Instagram profile picture.
- The hotel requires a refundable security deposit for potential damages.
- My mom bought a refundable warranty for the toaster, which has outlived three microwaves and two refrigerators.
refundable
ADJECTIVE[/rɪˈfʌndəbl/]
able to be refunded; eligible for a return of money paid
able to be refunded; eligible for a return of money paid
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin re- (again) and fundere (to pour), the word developed to mean returning money to its original source. The metaphor likens the repayment of funds to pouring liquid back to where it came from.
Breakdown
re- (again) + fund- (from Latin fundere, to pour) + -able (capable of being). The root 'fund' carries the sense of pouring or flowing, extended metaphorically to money returning to its original recipient.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I always buy refundable concert tickets because my girlfriend changes her mind more often than she changes her Instagram profile picture.”
“The hotel requires a refundable security deposit for potential damages.”
“My mom bought a refundable warranty for the toaster, which has outlived three microwaves and two refrigerators.”
“Check if your airline ticket is refundable before making any travel plans.”
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