reversible

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(definition) by Webster 1913 (print) Wed Dec 22 1999 at 2:40:56

Re*vers"i*ble (?), a. [Cf. F. r'eversible revertible, reversionary.]

1.

Capable of being reversed; as, a chair or seat having a reversible back; a reversible judgment or sentence.

2.

Hence, having a pattern or finished surface on both sides, so that either may be used; -- said of fabrics.

Reversible lock, a lock that may be applied to a door opening in either direction, or hinged to either jamb. -- Reversible process. See under Process.

 

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