possible

possible

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈpɒs.ə.bəl/]

Senses

1. possible (adj) — sense 1

Definition: Able but not certain to happen; neither inevitable nor impossible.

Example: Rain tomorrow is possible, but I wouldn't bet on it.

2. possible (adj) — sense 2

Definition: Capable of being done or achieved; feasible.

Example: It's possible for anyone to learn to play the bagpipes.

3. possible (adj) — sense 3

Definition: Being considered, e.g. for a position.

Example: Jones and Smith are both possible for the opening in sales.

4. possible (noun) — sense 4

Definition: A possible choice, notably someone being considered for a position.

Example: Jones is a possible for the new opening in sales.

5. possible (noun) — sense 5

Definition: That which is possible for somebody.

Example: […] “don’t you be in any great hurry after that treasure.”
“Why, sir, I do my possible, which that ain’t,” said Silver. “I can only, asking your pardon, save my life and the boy’s by seeking for that treasure; and you may lay to that.”

6. possible (noun) — sense 6

Definition: A particular event that may happen.

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