stable
Pronunciation
/ˈsteɪbəl/

Definition & Meaning of "stable"in English

stable
01

firm and able to stay in the same position or state

stable definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most stable
Comparative
more stable
gradable
Examples
The table is stable and does n't wobble when you put weight on it.
02

remaining constant or steady over time

stable definition and meaning
Examples
His health condition has been stable for the past few months.
03

keeping balance

Examples
The gymnast kept a stable posture on the beam.
04

resistant to chemical change

Examples
The compound is stable under normal conditions.
Stable
01

a building, typically found on a farm, designed to house horses

stable definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
stables

What is a "stable"?

A stable is a building or structure used to house and care for horses. It typically has individual stalls where each horse can be kept, along with areas for feeding, grooming, and sometimes riding. Stables are designed to provide a safe and comfortable environment for horses, protecting them from the elements while ensuring they have space to move around. Stables may be found on farms, ranches, or other places where horses are kept for various purposes such as riding, racing, or work. The structure is often well-ventilated and regularly cleaned to maintain hygiene and the health of the animals.

Examples
The rancher built a new stable to accommodate the growing number of horses on the farm.
to stable
01

to place or shelter an animal, especially a horse, in a stable

Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
stable
3rd person singular
stables
Present participle
stabling
Past simple
stabled
Past participle
stabled
Examples
They stabled the horses before the storm.
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