Meaning & Definition of word "Divisible"

Divisible

/dɪˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

adjective:

  • 1. Capable of being divided without leaving a remainder.
    • Example: The number 12 is divisible by 3.
  • 2. Able to be divided into parts or groups.
    • Example: In geometry, a line segment is divisible into equal lengths.
  • 3. Referring to integers that can be divided evenly by another integer.
    • Example: Only divisible numbers can be factored into whole numbers.
  • 4. In mathematics, it indicates the property of a number being a factor of another number.
    • Example: Since 5 is divisible by 1 and itself, it is classified as a prime number.

Etymology

From Latin 'divisibilis', from 'dividere' meaning 'to divide'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

evenly divisible:

Divisible by a number leaving no remainder.

divisible by:

Able to be divided by a specific number.

Related Words

divide:

To separate into parts.

divisor:

A number by which another number is to be divided.

Slang Meanings of divisible

Meaning: Break it down.

Example Sentence: Let's break it down and see if it's divisible.

Meaning: Split it up.

Example Sentence: Can we just split it up among ourselves?