nailable en · ADJ
Etymology
From nail + -able.
Meanings
-
Capable of taking nails.
A borable and nailable concrete is obtained by first mixing 1 part of lime and 16-18 parts sand to form a lime mortar, and this is ground before it has completely set and then mixed with one part of cement.
1927, Pit & Quarry, volume 15, numbers 1-5, page 69:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most nailable | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more nailable | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |