1. safe to drink; suitable for drinking
Usage: formal

1. a drinkable liquid, especially water
Usage: formal; usually plural

Examples

• The water treatment plant ensures that all water is potable before distribution.
• After the hurricane, finding potable water became the community’s top priority.
• The camping guide warned that stream water might not be potable without boiling.
• Emergency supplies should include enough potables for three days.
• The restaurant was closed due to non-potable water in the building.
• Scientists tested the well to determine if the water was potable.
• Relief workers distributed potables to flood victims.