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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Bring a water bottle and collapsible water bowl on walks and offer your dog water every five minutes or so.
—Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Because the other day, a friend came up to me at work and handed me two collapsible dog bowls.
—Katie Yee, People.com, 10 July 2025
These collapsible buckets can be popped up and used for picking up shells, scooping sand and creating giant sandcastles.
—Christopher Murray
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Outside food or beverages (reusable, collapsible water bottles and cups 20oz or smaller are allowed if empty upon entry).
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 7 July 2025
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Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Because the other day, a friend came up to me at work and handed me two collapsible dog bowls.
—Katie Yee, People.com, 10 July 2025
These collapsible buckets can be popped up and used for picking up shells, scooping sand and creating giant sandcastles.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
Outside food or beverages (reusable, collapsible water bottles and cups 20oz or smaller are allowed if empty upon entry).
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 7 July 2025
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“Collapsible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/collapsible. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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