convertible

1 of 2

adjective

con·​vert·​ible kən-ˈvər-tə-bəl How to pronounce convertible (audio)
1
: capable of being converted
a bond convertible to 12 shares of common stock
2
: having a top that may be lowered or removed
convertible coupe
convertibility noun
convertibleness noun
convertibly adverb

convertible

2 of 2

noun

plural convertibles
: something convertible
especially : a convertible automobile compare roadster sense 1a

Examples of convertible in a Sentence

Adjective The bonds are convertible into stock.
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Adjective
This was largely due to a gain on investments and changes in the fair value of convertible notes and warrant liabilities. Quartz Bot, Quartz, 27 Dec. 2024 Tumi’s tennis bag is ultra-professional (keep it by your desk, no prob!), featuring convertible straps and a water bottle compartment. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
Noun
Altogether, there were well over 54 models throughout the three fertile years of production, which included two-door convertibles, plus coupes, sedans, and wagons in two- and four-door configurations. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 20 Dec. 2024 After the town sends the newlyweds off in their classic convertible (only sparklers — no bird-threatening rice to be found!), Mike asks Brie to go for a walk, gets down on one knee, and proposes to her with that plastic bottle ring. Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for convertible 

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1615, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of convertible was in the 14th century

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“Convertible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/convertible. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

convertible

1 of 2 adjective
con·​vert·​ible kən-ˈvərt-ə-bəl How to pronounce convertible (audio)
: capable of being converted : able to be changed in form or use
a sofa convertible into a bed
convertibility noun

convertible

2 of 2 noun
1
: something convertible
2
: an automobile with a top that can be raised, lowered, or removed
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