Capable of being made smaller, simpler, or of lower degree; able to be reduced. The fraction 6/8 is reducible to 3/4.
(Mathematics) Able to be factored into two or more polynomials of lower degree or decomposed into simpler elements. Over the rationals, xb4 + 1 is reducible.
(Medicine, of a hernia, dislocation, etc.) Able to be returned to its normal position by manipulation. The surgeon confirmed that the hernia was reducible with gentle pressure.