allowable

/əˈlaʊəbəl/
/əˈlaʊəbəl/
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Definitions of allowable
  1. adjective
    that may be permitted especially as according to rule
    synonyms: allowed, permissible
    tolerable
    capable of being borne or endured
  2. adjective
    deserving to be allowed or considered
    synonyms:
    admissible
    deserving to be admitted
  3. adjective
    deductible according to the tax laws
    synonyms:
    deductible
    acceptable as a deduction (especially as a tax deduction)
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