breathable
adjective
breath·able
ˈbrē-t͟hə-bəl 
1
: suitable for breathing
breathable air
2
: allowing air to pass through : porous
a breathable synthetic fabric
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The 100% cotton fabric is Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified and naturally breathable, which is especially helpful on warmer nights throughout spring and summer.
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Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
The 100% cotton fabric is Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified and naturally breathable, which is especially helpful on warmer nights throughout spring and summer.
—Caley Sturgill, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
Satin nipple pasties are around the same price as polyester and more breathable.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Covers are machine-washable, breathable and feature a nonslip base.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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