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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Made of 100% organic hemp that’s GOTS-certified, these sheets are soft, breathable, and well worth the higher price tag. Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024 More of that highly breathable fabric extends across the lower back. Kelly Bastone, Outside Online, 4 Nov. 2024 It’s made from breathable, water-resistant fabric and has ventilation zippers to keep you cool. Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024 Store the completely dry cup in an appropriate container or a fabric bag made of breathable material. Wendy Wisner, Health, 1 Nov. 2024 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 19 Nov. 2024.

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