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payable
adjective pay·able \ˈpā-ə-bəl\
: possible or necessary to pay
Full Definition of PAYABLE
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: that may, can, or must be paid
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14th century
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adjective pay·able \ˈpā-ə-bəl\
Definition of PAYABLE for Kids
: that may, can, or must be paid <Rent is payable monthly.>
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