collapsible
adjective
col·laps·ible
kə-ˈlap-sə-bəl 
: able to be folded into a more compact shape
a collapsible stepladder
The collapsible bikes were created in London with the city commuter in mind …—
Karen Loutzenheiser
Karen LoutzenheiserHagrid wouldn't let Harry buy a solid gold cauldron, either … but they got a nice set of scales for weighing potion ingredients and a collapsible brass telescope.—J. K. Rowling
J. K. Rowling
also, of a part of a graphical user interface
: able to be hidden or to have certain components (such as options in a menu) hidden by the user when not needed
The use of a collapsible menu keeps the navigation less cluttered, but keeps all functionality at your fingertips. —Susan Perschke
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Kevin Larson, 28, entered the Palmetto BRT station with a collapsible electric bike by his side.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2025
This collapsible bowl is easy to pack and clean.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
The brand, CleverMade, is known for its collapsible totes.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
Look for lightweight, collapsible furniture, such as this stool, which is multipurpose and can fold flat when not in use.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
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Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2025
This collapsible bowl is easy to pack and clean.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
The brand, CleverMade, is known for its collapsible totes.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
Look for lightweight, collapsible furniture, such as this stool, which is multipurpose and can fold flat when not in use.
—Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Collapsible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/collapsible. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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