adjustable

ad·just

A0090000 (ə-jŭst′)v. ad·just·ed, ad·just·ing, ad·justs v.tr.1. a. To move or change (something) so as to be in a more effective arrangement or desired condition: adjust the timing of a car's engine; adjust a hearing aid to amplify lower frequencies.b. To change so as to be suitable to or conform with something else: adjusted the schedule to allow for everyone's vacation plans; adjusted the old monetary figures to account for inflation. See Synonyms at adapt.2. In chiropractic medicine, to manipulate (the spine and other body structures) to treat disorders and restore normal function of the nervous system.3. To decide how much is to be paid on (an insurance claim).v.intr. To become adapted or accustomed, as to a new situation: Have you adjusted to working with your new colleagues?

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[Obsolete French adjuster, from Old French ajoster, from Vulgar Latin *adiūxtāre, to put close to : Latin ad-, ad- + Latin iūxtā, near; see yeug- in Indo-European roots.]

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ad·just′a·ble adj.ad·just′a·bly adv.ad·just′er, ad·jus′tor n.

Thesaurus

Adj.	1.	adjustable - capable of being changed so as to match or fit; "adjustable seat belts"adaptable - capable of adapting (of becoming or being made suitable) to a particular situation or use; "to succeed one must be adaptable"; "the frame was adaptable to cloth bolts of different widths"
	2.	adjustable - capable of being regulated; "adjustable interest rates"changeful, changeable - such that alteration is possible; having a marked tendency to change; "changeable behavior"; "changeable moods"; "changeable prices"

adjustable

adjective alterable, flexible, adaptable, malleable, movable, tractable, modifiable, mouldable The bag has adjustable straps.

adjustable

adjectiveCapable of adapting or being adapted:adaptable, adaptive, elastic, flexible, malleable, pliable, pliant, supple.

Translations

可调整的可调节的

adjust

(əˈdʒast) verb1. (often with to) to change so as to make or be better suited. He soon adjusted to his new way of life. 適應 适应于2. to change (the position of, setting of). Adjust the setting of the alarm clock. 調整 调整aˈdjustable adjective able to be adjusted. This car has adjustable seats. 可調整的 可调整的aˈdjustment noun 調整 调整

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