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searchable

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate search·able

adj. describing something that you can look through to find specific information. You use this for things like databases, websites, or books that have an index.

adj. capable of being searched or examined systematically to locate specific information. Often describes digital databases, indexes, or physical collections that allow for efficient retrieval.


SIMPLE

The library has a searchable database of old newspapers.

CONTEXTUAL

The website features a searchable archive of all previous press releases, making it easy to find specific news stories.

COMPLEX

A searchable index is essential for large legal documents, as it allows researchers to locate specific clauses or case references without having to scan the entire text manually.

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