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nonflammable

nonflammable
Adjective

This term is primarily used in technical, industrial, and safety contexts to describe materials that resist ignition. It carries a clinical, objective tone, often appearing on product labels, building codes, and safety certifications to indicate a specific physical property rather than a general quality.

While often used interchangeably with fireproof, nonflammable specifically denotes a material that will not sustain combustion. In contrast, fireproof suggests a more absolute resistance to any damage from fire, including melting or warping, making nonflammable the more precise choice for chemical or textile descriptions.

Meanings

Adjectivenonflammable

Not capable of catching fire or being easily ignited.

The curtains are made from a nonflammable fabric to ensure safety.

Examples

The building was constructed using nonflammable materials to prevent the spread of fire.

none

The building was constructed using nonflammable materials to prevent the spread of fire.

Is this cleaning solvent nonflammable?

Business

Is this cleaning solvent nonflammable?

We need to ensure that all insulation used in the walls is nonflammable.

Business

We need to ensure that all insulation used in the walls is nonflammable.

The astronaut wore a suit made of a special nonflammable fabric.

Trivia

The astronaut wore a suit made of a special nonflammable fabric.

I should check if this spray is nonflammable before using it near the stove.

none

I should check if this spray is nonflammable before using it near the stove.

The laboratory requires the use of nonflammable containers for storing volatile chemicals.

Office

The laboratory requires the use of nonflammable containers for storing volatile chemicals.

Stone and brick are naturally nonflammable substances.

Trivia

Stone and brick are naturally nonflammable substances.

The fire marshal insisted that the stage curtains be replaced with a nonflammable alternative.

Business

The fire marshal insisted that the stage curtains be replaced with a nonflammable alternative.

It is a relief to know that the new packaging is completely nonflammable.

none

It is a relief to know that the new packaging is completely nonflammable.

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