Disallowable
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 Able to be disallowed.
"But in the subsequent ages a Levite was not disallowable by years, neither by blemishes, but by voice; when his voice failed by reason of extreme old age, he was disabled from serving in the sanctuary."
- 2 Not allowable; not to be suffered or permitted; which should not be allowed.
"Neutrality is always a thing dangerous and disallowable, because it offendeth all parties : he that is strong looketh to be assisted in his greatness, and he that is weak not being defended holdeth himself offended"
Example
More examples"But in the subsequent ages a Levite was not disallowable by years, neither by blemishes, but by voice; when his voice failed by reason of extreme old age, he was disabled from serving in the sanctuary."
Etymology
From disallow + -able.
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