stable

US /ˈstebəl/

UK /'steɪbl/

A2

adjective

  • In a position where something does not fall over
  • Having a chemical state that is not easily changed
  • Reacting in an even way; having good mental health
  • Not likely to move, fall, or change; firmly fixed or steady.
  • In good condition, and not likely to deteriorate
  • In a good state or condition that is not likely to change.

noun

  • A building in which horses or other livestock are kept.
  • Group of racing horses that belong to one owner
  • A group of racehorses that belong to one owner or are trained at the same place.

verb

  • To put horses in a stable

other

  • To put or keep (an animal) in a stable.

Examples

attempts to keep prices stable

Animals rarely live in completely stable environments.