flame-resistant
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/fleɪm rɪˈzɪstənt/
resists fire
Etymology
Etymology Information
'flame-resistant' originates from the combination of 'flame' and 'resistant', where 'flame' refers to the visible, gaseous part of a fire and 'resistant' means having the ability to withstand something.
Historical Evolution
'flame-resistant' evolved from the need to describe materials that could resist catching fire, combining the words 'flame' and 'resistant' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'able to resist flames', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
able to withstand exposure to flame without igniting or sustaining combustion.
The curtains are made from flame-resistant material.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42