Meaning of the word stable in English

What does stable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stable

US /ˈsteɪ.bəl/
UK /ˈsteɪ.bəl/
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Adjective

1.

not likely to change or fail; firmly established

Example:
The country's economy is now stable.
He has a very stable personality.
2.

(of an object or structure) not easily upset or overthrown

Example:
Make sure the ladder is stable before you climb it.
The table felt very stable on the flat floor.

Noun

1.

a building in which horses or other livestock are kept

Example:
The farmer led the horse into the stable.
There are five horses in the stable.

Verb

1.

put or keep (a horse) in a stable

Example:
The groom will stable the horses for the night.
We need to stable the new ponies.
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