VISIBLE


Meaning of VISIBLE in English

adj. 1 a that can be seen by the eye. b (of light) within the range of wavelengths to which the eye is sensitive. 2 that can be perceived or ascertained; apparent, open (has no visible means of support; spoke with visible impatience). 3 (of exports etc.) consisting of actual goods (cf. invisible exports). the Church visible the whole body of professed Christian believers. visible horizon see HORIZON 1b. visibleness n. visibly adv.

[ ME f. OF visible or L visibilis f. videre vis- see ]

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