movable
UK: ˈmuːvəbl | US: ˈmuːvəbl
adj. capable of being moved or rearranged
adj. (law) (of property) able to be transported or transferred
The word "movable" combines the verb "move" (from Old French movoir, Latin movēre, meaning "to set in motion") with the suffix "-able" (from Latin -abilis, indicating capability). The fusion reflects the concept of an object's capacity to be displaced or adjusted. Over time, it gained specific legal usage to describe transportable property, distinguishing it from immovable assets like land.
The furniture is lightweight and easily movable.
In medieval times, serfs were often considered movable property.
The artist installed a movable sculpture in the park.
Check if the partition walls are movable before redesigning the office.
Gold coins were preferred as movable wealth during wars.