Perhaps it is a hobby, health issues, environmental concerns, practicability or merely prestige.
From the getreading.co.uk
However, it is a resource-demanding method and has other drawbacks that limit its practicability.
From the sciencedaily.com
Experts in the field of environment protection have questioned the practicability of the concept.
From the en.wikipedia.org
I am not sure about what your concerns are here re practicability.
From the guardian.co.uk
A few nights ago, I was discussing with a friend the practicability of putting content behind a paywall.
From the techcrunch.com
On the practicability of pentamode mechanical metamaterials.
From the sciencedaily.com
The article downgrades this by a factor of ten in terms of practicability, or twice present batteries.
From the guardian.co.uk
However, the practicability of a merger remains in question.
From the economist.com
Issues that surfaced as the staff was studying the matter include noise, aesthetics, safety and practicability.
From the tennessean.com
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The quality of being usable
The state of being practicable; feasibility
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