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What does potable mean?
The word "potable" means that something is suitable for drinking. One example would be "potable water" which means that this water is safe to drink. The word was first used in 1565.
How do you use potable in a sentence?
The water fountain had potable water
Why is hard water not potable?
Hard water is potable (drinkable).
What is the word for drinkable water?
The juice was very drinkable
Is the water in this area safe for drinking, or is it not potable water?
The water in this area is safe for drinking, it is potable water.
Does tap water come from potable water?
Tap water is potable, or drinking, water. When it is introduced into a boiler or other non-drinking resources, it becomes NON potable
What is the definition of non-potable water and why is it important to distinguish it from potable water?
Non-potable water is water that is not safe for drinking or human consumption. It is important to distinguish non-potable water from potable water, which is safe for drinking, to prevent health risks and ensure proper usage of water for different purposes such as irrigation, industrial processes, and sanitation.
What is the orgin of thee word potable water?
Potable is from the Latin word "potare" which means "to drink." The term potable water refers to water that is safe to drink.
Fuel in potable water pump can the pump ever be salvaged again to pump water?
No. Once you pump anything but potable water with that pump, it's not good for pumping potable water.
Can you put potable in a sentence?
Glad to: I have a potable (glass of intoxicating liquor) every night, before I go to bed. Answer: Potaable does not necessarily mean intoxicating. It just means it's drinkable. For example, after the disaster in Haiti, much of their water wasn't potable and so drinking water had to be provided.
What is a word meaning suitable for drinking?
'Potable' is usually used as such, referring mainly to water.
Is potable water free for drinking?
Not exactly. Water that comes into your house is potable[ safe to drink] but you pay for it.
