Potable

usgb/ˈpəʊtəbl/
adjective

Safe to drink, not poisonous or harmful.

The travelers carried enough potable water to survive in the desert.
Visual representation of "potable" - Safe to drink, not poisonous or harmful

Often appears as...

  • potable water
  • potable liquid
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Water Context

Mainly describes the quality of water, often referring to its safety for human consumption.

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I always check if the tap water is potable when I travel to a new country.
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Not Just Clear

Clear water isn't always potable. Potable means it's been tested and confirmed to be safe.

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Despite the stream's clarity, the hikers questioned if it was potable.
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Not Flavor

Potable doesn't refer to taste. Water can taste bad but still be potable.

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The sulfur-rich water was potable, albeit with an unpleasant taste.
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