Hurlable

Part of speech: adjective

Definitions

1. Capable of being thrown or propelled with force; suitable for being launched or cast towards a target; characterized by having the potential to be hurled or tossed in a manner that demonstrates considerable speed or power
2. Having the ability to be forcefully thrown or flung; designed to be sent flying towards a specific destination; possessing the trait of being projected with strength or velocity during motion
3. Able to be rapidly cast or sent through the air; fitting for action that involves throwing or tossing; marked by the characteristic of being easily and powerfully hurled in various directions

Etymology: Hurlable is hurl plus the suffix -able, which turns a verb into an adjective meaning "capable of being" the action. Something hurlable is something that can be thrown, or that is suited to being thrown. The suffix comes from Latin "-abilis" and reached English through Old French "-able". Hurl itself is of uncertain origin. It appears in Middle English as "hurlen", and its ultimate source is unclear, with possible links to Scandinavian or Low German forms. The base verb carries a sense of forceful, rough throwing, and the adjective inherits that flavor.

Synonyms: throwable, flingable