Meaning of the word viable in English

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viable

US /ˈvaɪ.ə.bəl/
UK /ˈvaɪ.ə.bəl/
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Adjective

1.

capable of working successfully; feasible

Example:
The company needs to find a viable solution to its financial problems.
Is this plan truly viable in the long term?
2.

(of a baby or fetus) able to live successfully outside the womb

Example:
The doctors were concerned about whether the premature baby would be viable.
At 24 weeks, a fetus is generally considered viable.
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