Added 9 October 2026
profitable
/ˈpɹɒf.ɪ.tə.bl̩/ adjective
In Latin: lucrōsus, lucrificus Wiktionary
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- Producing a profit.
- Beneficial, serviceable, of use.
Origin
From Old French profitable, equivalent to profit + -able.
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