Inoperable

adj

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Incapable of being successfully operated on. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Incapable of operation or function; inoperative. not-comparable

    "MPower Kernow will clear and repair the currently inoperable turntable - allowing steam locomotives to be turned in Cornwall again and opening up the potential for new charter operations."

Adjective
  1. 1
    not suitable for surgery wordnet
  2. 2
    not able to perform its normal function wordnet

Etymology

From in- + operable.

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