identifiable

adjective

iden·​ti·​fi·​able ī-ˌden-tə-ˈfī-ə-bəl How to pronounce identifiable (audio)
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: capable of being identified
Cardenal … was easily identifiable in his signature black beret and loose white peasant shirts.Associated Press
While there's no single identifiable cause of high blood pressure, secondary hypertension is often sparked by conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea, kidney problems, thyroid problems or consumption of cocaine or methamphetamine.Fiza Pirani
identifiably adverb
an identifiably British accent
Each species of spider builds a web that is identifiably unique … Michael H. Robinson

Examples of identifiable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Next, universities should ensure that data—particularly personally identifiable information (or PII) like bank records, passport numbers, addresses and Social Security numbers—is properly encrypted. Will Sweeney, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024 From the exterior, each F5-M will be easily identifiable thanks to a 55-inch dorsal fin that extends from the rear of the intake scoop on the roof. Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2024 Many bitcoin ATMs require personally identifiable information, such as an ID or even a Social Security number to comply with financial industry Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. Kevin Williams, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2024 Architectural Characteristics of Prairie-Style Homes From the outside, Prairie-style homes are identifiable by their use of horizontal lines and overhanging eaves. Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for identifiable 

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Word History

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of identifiable was in 1804

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“Identifiable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/identifiable. Accessed 29 Sep. 2024.

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