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breathability
This term is primarily used in technical, commercial, and athletic contexts to describe the functional performance of textiles. It carries a positive connotation in product marketing, where high breathability is equated with comfort, hygiene, and temperature regulation.
As an abstract quality of a material, the word is uncountable. It describes a property rather than a discrete object, meaning it does not have a plural form and cannot be counted with numbers.
Meanings
Examples
This linen shirt has excellent breathability for the summer heat.
I need a running jacket with better breathability so I do not overheat.
The doctor recommended a bandage with high breathability to help the wound heal faster.
Does this waterproof membrane sacrifice breathability for better protection against rain?
Does this waterproof membrane sacrifice breathability for better protection against rain?
Cotton is preferred for bed sheets because of its natural breathability.
The new fabric blend improves breathability without losing its shape.
I wonder if these hiking boots have enough breathability for a long trek.
The technical specifications highlight the breathability of the inner lining.