Navigable

usgb/ˈnævɪɡəbl/
adjective

Can be traveled or sailed on.

The river is navigable for most of the year.
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Often appears as...

  • navigable waterways
  • navigable river
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Geographical Use

Refers to bodies of water or water routes that are deep and wide enough for ships to travel.

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Ships avoid the shallows, sticking to the navigable parts of the sea.
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Size Matters

Larger ships require larger waterways, so 'navigable' can depend on the size and type of vessel.

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While the river is navigable, it may not accommodate large freighters.
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Seasonal Changes

Some waterways are only navigable during certain times of the year due to weather or water levels.

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The channel is navigable when the summer tides come in.
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