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convertible

con·vert·i·ble [ kən vúrtəb'l ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. capable of being converted: capable of being changed from one form, function, or use to another
Nationalism, as history demonstrates, is too easily convertible into bitterness and selfishness.

2. finance exchangeable for gold or another currency: able to be legally exchanged for gold or for another currency

3. finance exchangeable for stock: exchangeable for other assets, especially a fixed number of shares in ordinary stock



noun  (plural con·vert·i·bles)
Definition:
 
1. car with removable roof: a car with a roof that can be folded back or taken off
a flashy red convertible

2. finance 
Same as  convertible security



con·vert·i·bil·i·ty [ kən vùrtə bíllətee ] noun
con·vert·i·bly adverb
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