# printable

/ˈpɹɪntəbəɫ/ (US) · /pɹˈɪntəbəl/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/printable
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

describing something that you can copy onto paper using a printer. You often see this word on websites to tell you if you can download a document or image.

For teachers: capable of being produced on paper using a printer. Often used to describe digital files or web content that can be converted into a physical format.

## Examples

- The website offers a printable version of the receipt.
- I need to find a printable map of the city before we leave for the trip.
- The software allows users to generate a printable report that includes all the necessary data for the quarterly audit, ensuring that the information is easily accessible in a physical format.

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