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Meaning of "breathability" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF BREATHABILITY

breathability  [ˌbriːðəˈbɪlɪtɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF BREATHABILITY

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Breathability is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES BREATHABILITY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Breathability

Breathability is the ability of a fabric to allow moisture vapor to be transmitted through the material.

Definition of breathability in the English dictionary

The definition of breathability in the dictionary is fitness to be breathed. Other definition of breathability is ability to let air to pass through so that perspiration can evaporate.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH BREATHABILITY


ability
əˈbɪlɪtɪ
accessibility
əkˌsɛsɪˈbɪlɪtɪ
accountability
əˌkaʊntəˈbɪlɪtɪ
availability
əˌveɪləˈbɪlɪtɪ
capability
ˌkeɪpəˈbɪlɪtɪ
compatibility
kəmˌpætɪˈbɪlɪtɪ
disability
ˌdɪsəˈbɪlɪtɪ
durability
ˌdjʊərəˈbɪlɪtɪ
eligibility
ˌɛlɪdʒɪˈbɪlɪtɪ
flexibility
ˌflɛksɪˈbɪlɪtɪ
inability
ˌɪnəˈbɪlɪtɪ
liability
ˌlaɪəˈbɪlɪtɪ
mobility
məʊˈbɪlɪtɪ
nobility
nəʊˈbɪlɪtɪ
possibility
ˌpɒsɪˈbɪlɪtɪ
probability
ˌprɒbəˈbɪlɪtɪ
reliability
rɪˌlaɪəˈbɪlɪtɪ
responsibility
rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪtɪ
stability
stəˈbɪlɪtɪ
visibility
ˌvɪzɪˈbɪlɪtɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE BREATHABILITY

breath
breath freshener
breath test
breath-test
breathable
breathalyse
Breathalyser
breathalyze
Breathalyzer
breatharian
breatharianism
breathe
breathe again
breathe down someone´s neck
breathe one´s last
breathed
breather
breathful
breathier
breathiest

WORDS THAT END LIKE BREATHABILITY

agility
credibility
facility
feasibility
fertility
functionality
hostility
humility
inevitability
instability
merchantability
profitability
suitability
susceptibility
sustainability
tranquility
usability
utility
variability
versatility
vulnerability

Synonyms and antonyms of breathability in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «breathability» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF BREATHABILITY

Find out the translation of breathability to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of breathability from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «breathability» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

透气
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

transpirabilidad
570 millions of speakers

English

breathability
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

breathability
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

برياثابيليتي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

воздухопроницаемость
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

respirabilidade
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

breathability
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

respirabilité
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kebiasaan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Atmungsaktivität
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

通気性
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

통기성
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Ambegan
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

thở
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

breathability
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

श्वसनक्षमता
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

nefes alma
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

traspirabilità
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

oddychalność
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

повітропроникність
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

permeabilitate
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

διαπνοή
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

ademend
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

andningsförmåga
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

pusteevne
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of breathability

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «BREATHABILITY»

The term «breathability» is quite widely used and occupies the 45.913 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «BREATHABILITY» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «breathability» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «breathability» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about breathability

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BREATHABILITY»

Discover the use of breathability in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to breathability and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Textiles in Sport
The equation that defined functional outerwear for several decades, waterproofness + breathability = comfort, is being reformulated in favor of breathability. This implies not only a new garment system integrating a soft shell layer but also a ...
R Shishoo, 2005
2
Performance of Protective Clothing
Rene M. Rossi 1 and Traugott Zimmerli^ BREATHABILITY AND PROTECTION ASPECTS OF MOISTURE BARRIERS USED IN FIRE FIGHTERS PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AFTER THERMAL AGING REFERENCE: Rossi, R. M. and Zimmerli, T., ...
American Society for Testing and Materials, Jeffrey O. Stull
3
Engineering Apparel Fabrics and Garments
As mentioned and defined previously, breathability encompasses two different requirements, namely, breathability and waterproofing. Therefore, when engineering breathability into a fabric or garment, both these characteristics need to be ...
J Fan, L Hunter, 2009
4
NOLS Winter Camping
BREATHABILITY "Breathability" refers to a material's capacity to allow moisture on the inside to escape while repelling moisture from the outside. For the winter traveler, breathable garments are an excellent choice. Snow can't get in, but sweat ...
Buck Tilton, John Gookin, 2004
5
Low Impact Building: Housing using Renewable Materials
Breathability is a much misunderstood term and makes little sense unless measured carefully in terms of moisture permeability and hygroscopicity. It has been loosely bandied around in discussion of ecological building in the past but really ...
Tom Woolley, 2013
6
Backcountry Skiing
So manufacturers have discovered how to approximate membrane performance using waterproof coatings. (More on this below.) Breathability. Breathability is based on the principle of equalization, meaning the relatively high humidity inside a ...
Martin Volken, Martin Volken, Scott Schell, Margaret Wheeler, 2011
7
Ski
FABRICS The Waterproof IBreathables If you often ski in extreme conditions, or simply want the ultimate in waterproof performance and breathability to dispel perspiration, here's what to look for. What It's Called What It Is What It Dees ...
8
Calcium Compounds—Advances in Research and Application: 2013 ...
integrity during use by a wearer and does not allow leakage of the liquid insulting the product. “Breathability is an important aspect for personal care articles. For example, breathability in a diaper provides significant skin health benefits to the ...
‎2013
9
Camping For Dummies
breathes efficiently, making this style perfect for high aerobic level activities when weight and breathability are of prime importance. Occasionally a manufacturer adds a coating or finish to improve water repellency, but this comes with a ...
Michael Hodgson, 2011
10
Szycher's Handbook of Polyurethanes, Second Edition
High.breathability.(more.open-celled.char- acter). of. the. foam. is. desirable,. as. it. provides. a. greater. processing. latitude.. A. narrow. .processing. latitude. forces. the. foam. manufacturer. to. adhere. to. very. close. tolerances. in.
Michael Szycher, Ph.D, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BREATHABILITY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term breathability is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Haters' Guide to Summer: How to not get heat stroke
Stop right there, imagine for a second how unbearable that's going to be, and find some linen, which provides both coverage and breathability. «National Post, Jul 15»
2
Best Dressed
Look for an easy, breezy fit or a natural fiber for maximum breathability. 3. The Maxi Dress: The maxi has become so ubiquitous that stores are ... «Daytona Beach News-Journal, Jul 15»
3
Nike Free Trainer 3.0 V4 "Cheetah" (Now Available)
... allows breathability and a lightweight feel. Sporting a “Cheetah”-like theme with Laser Orange/Iron/Light Bone intertwining across its entirety, ... «KicksOnFire.com, Jul 15»
4
Keeping it cool
Loose fit tees to avoid irk, when wet is advisable for better breathability and to look stylish. Shoe care. Pack your leather shoes and flaunt ... «Deccan Herald, Jul 15»
5
Yoga mat review: Halfmoon's Breathable Eco Yoga Mat
Each side is also covered in a pattern of small holes, which do not line up but still contribute to its breathability and provide traction. The grip ... «Straight.com, Jul 15»
6
Uniqlo Introduces Range of Fashionable Hijabs
The line also boasts of breathability via its strategically placed drapes and cutouts. Of course, it wouldn't be Uniqlo without its signature heat ... «Inquirer.net, Jul 15»
7
Nike and Serena Williams Mastermind the Ultimate Tennis Shoe
It's made from composite materials for lightness and breathability. It also has a neoprene cuff that attaches to an inner sock that hugs the foot for ... «Co.Design, Jul 15»
8
SHOE REVIEW: THREE TO SEE
We played with it and it feels great to wear with plenty of support. It could do with a little more breathability, to use one of those buzz words. «MVP, Jul 15»
9
Foolproof Shorts & Footwear Combinations
... be seen in a pair of athletic shorts than sharply tailored versions, you'll want a shoe that offers the same degree of comfort and breathability. «FashionBeans, Jul 15»
10
Hot Conditions Gore-Tex Surround Shoes Tested
The answer, says Gore-Tex, is its new Gore-Tex SURROUND technology, which is claimed to improve breathability and comfort by around 30% ... «OUTDOORSmagic, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Breathability [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/breathability>. Apr 2024 ».
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