breathable

adjective

breath·​able ˈbrē-t͟hə-bəl How to pronounce breathable (audio)
1
: suitable for breathing
breathable air
2
: allowing air to pass through : porous
a breathable synthetic fabric
breathability noun

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It’s crafted from memory foam and lined with silky smooth fabric that’s breathable and soft. Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025 The fabric includes a mesh material that’s moisture-wicking and breathable to help keep your head cool during hot days full of sightseeing. Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 1 Mar. 2025 Their spring collection features fresh pastels and breathable fabrics, perfect for yoga, Pilates, or just lounging in style. Julie Loffredi, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 The brand describes it as buttery soft, breathable, and barely-there. Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for breathable

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of breathable was in 1651

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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

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