flammability
noun
flam·ma·bil·i·ty
ˌfla-mə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: ability to support combustion
especially
: a high capacity for combustion
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For example, building codes do not regulate the spacing of homes and the flammability of certain materials.
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Stefano Pozzebon, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2026
Developed in the 1940s and widely used in a variety of products and industries, the synthetic substances perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl were lauded for their ability to repel water and grease, reduce flammability and resist degradation.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2026
In terms of the latter, its inherent flammability has led to many EV fires over the years, which is clearly not ideal.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
The sleepwear violates the mandatory flammability standards for children's sleepwear, which protect young children from death and serious burn injuries associated with the ignition of sleepwear garments, according to the regulatory agency's website.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
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Stefano Pozzebon, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2026
Developed in the 1940s and widely used in a variety of products and industries, the synthetic substances perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl were lauded for their ability to repel water and grease, reduce flammability and resist degradation.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2026
In terms of the latter, its inherent flammability has led to many EV fires over the years, which is clearly not ideal.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
The sleepwear violates the mandatory flammability standards for children's sleepwear, which protect young children from death and serious burn injuries associated with the ignition of sleepwear garments, according to the regulatory agency's website.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for flammability
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“Flammability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flammability. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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