DETACHABLE Synonyms: 7 Similar and Opposite Words

detachable

adjective

Definition of detachable

as in separable

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Recent Examples of detachable There are a total of five detachable toy pieces, all with new textures and features for babies to explore. — Parents, 23 June 2026 The all-aluminum chassis feels sturdy and sleek, with a great kickstand and a solid detachable keyboard with nice travel. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026 Pebbled leather and gold hardware give this wristlet a luxe feel, while the detachable strap and just-large-enough size add functionality. — Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 25 June 2026 Because a robot cannot yet dress itself, zippers, snaps, magnets and detachable modular pieces make each garment easy to put on, remove and maintain. — Sj Studio, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 Made of supple Italian leather, this unlined tote boasts a soft suede interior and comes with a large detachable zipper pouch that doubles as a wallet. — Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 Stick vacs like this one are hard to beat, especially because LG’s has a detachable cordless handheld vacuum feature to get in all those narrow parts in the house. — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 25 June 2026 The structure is also designed with mesh windows and detachable PC screens that help maximize airflow and bring in plenty of sunlight while keeping creepy flying (or crawling) critters out. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2026 Trends for 2026–2027 include reinvented strapless gowns, draping, asymmetry, micro bows, and playful elements like peplums or detachable components — many of which align with Olivia Bottega’s convertible and adaptable styles. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

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separable

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Technological progress rarely arrives in cleanly separable pieces.

— Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 24 June 2026
If the creation of fiction is a layered endeavor—if premise, plot, style, and so on are to some extent separable—then must all the layers be made by the same individual?

— Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026

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