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Wearing a breathable fabric is the most important thing for me. I also love to keep it simple and keep the number of garments I'm wearing ideally at one (a sundress for example), and then add some great jewelry.
Hilary Rhoda

Meaning of "breathable" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF BREATHABLE

breathable  [ˈbriːðəbəl] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF BREATHABLE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Breathable is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES BREATHABLE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Moisture vapor transmission rate

Moisture vapor transmission rate , also water vapor transmission rate , is a measure of the passage of water vapor through a substance. There are many industries where moisture control is critical. Moisture sensitive foods and pharmaceuticals are put in packaging with controlled MVTR to achieve the required quality, safety, and shelf life. In clothing, MVTR as a measure of breathability has contributed to greater comfort for wearers of clothing for outdoor activity. The building materials industry also manages the moisture barrier properties in architectural components to ensure the correct moisture levels in the internal spaces of buildings. Optoelectronic devices based on organic material, generally named OLEDs, need an encapsulation with low values of WVTR to guarantee same performances over the device lifetime.

Definition of breathable in the English dictionary

The definition of breathable in the dictionary is fit to be breathed. Other definition of breathable is allowing air to pass through so that perspiration can evaporate.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH BREATHABLE


accessible
əkˈsɛsəbəl
affordable
əˈfɔːdəbəl
applicable
ˈæplɪkəbəl
available
əˈveɪləbəl
bequeathable
bɪˈkwiːðəbəl
comfortable
ˈkʌmftəbəl
compatible
kəmˈpætəbəl
horrible
ˈhɒrəbəl
impossible
ɪmˈpɒsəbəl
incredible
ɪnˈkrɛdəbəl
mouthable
ˈmaʊðəbəl
portable
ˈpɔːtəbəl
printable
ˈprɪntəbəl
reasonable
ˈriːzənəbəl
reliable
rɪˈlaɪəbəl
responsible
rɪˈspɒnsəbəl
saleable
ˈseɪləbəl
smoothable
ˈsmuːðəbəl
tithable
ˈtaɪðəbəl
unbreathable
ʌnˈbriːðəbəl

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE BREATHABLE

breath
breath freshener
breath test
breath-test
breathability
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 BREATHABLE

able
approachable
attachable
detachable
distinguishable
indistinguishable
laughable
machine washable
perishable
publishable
punishable
reachable
searchable
stretchable
switchable
unimpeachable
unreachable
untouchable
unwatchable
washable
watchable

Synonyms and antonyms of breathable in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «breathable» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF BREATHABLE

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

Translator English - Chinese

透气
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

transpirable
570 millions of speakers

English

breathable
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

सांस
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تنفس
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

дышащая
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

respirável
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

, breathable
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

respirant
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Bernafas
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

atmungsaktiv
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

通気性のある
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

통기성
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Breathable
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

thở
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

புகக்கூடிய
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

लाजाळू
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

nefes alabilen
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

traspirante
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

oddychająca
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

дихаюча
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

respirabil
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

αναπνέει
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

breath
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

andningsbar
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

pustende
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of breathable

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «BREATHABLE»

The term «breathable» is very widely used and occupies the 22.228 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «BREATHABLE» OVER TIME

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

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QUOTES WITH «BREATHABLE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word breathable.
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Hilary Rhoda
Wearing a breathable fabric is the most important thing for me. I also love to keep it simple and keep the number of garments I'm wearing ideally at one (a sundress for example), and then add some great jewelry.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BREATHABLE»

Discover the use of breathable in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to breathable and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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A Breathable Light
In subversive ways, this book takes the human figure out of his seat in the foreground, strips him of all privileges and asks him to understand himself as nature understands him.
Rodney Torreson, 2002
2
The Good House Book: A Common-sense Guide to Alternative ...
If you spend 10 minutes looking into alternative building, you'll probably run across the term "breathable wall." "Breathable" is a term much like "natural." It sounds good, sounds right . . . give it to me now! In actuality, breathability is another ...
Clarke Snell, 2004
3
Backpacker
According to the manufacturers they're waterproof, windproof, supple, breathable, fashionable, functional.... The adjectives go on ad nauseam. Without a guide to the fabric world, it's hard to separate gimmick from fact. Although we could ...
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Performance of Protective Clothing: Second Symposium
REFERENCE: Salz, P., "Testing the Quality of Breathable Textiles," Performance of Protective Clothing: Second Symposium, ASTM STP 989, S. Z. Mansdorf, R. Sager, and A. P. Nielsen, Eds., American Society for Testing and Materials, ...
Seymour Zack Mansdorf, Richard Sager, Alan P. Nielsen, 1988
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Backpacker
Gore-Tex XCR: A version of Gore-Tex in which the membrane is laminated to a windproof, breathable, but not waterproof liner fabric; commonly used in sweaters and windwear. Gridlite: Moonstone's name for tough, 70 denier ripstop nylon; ...
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Backpacker
Gore-Tex XCR: A version of Gore- Tex in which the membrane is laminated to a windproof, breathable, but not waterproof liner fabric; commonly used in sweaters and windwear. GridLite: Moonstone's name for tough, 70-denier, ripstop nylon; ...
7
Hiking Light Handbook: Carry Less, Enjoy More
Buying Tips Price has traditionally been a major barrier to purchasing waterproof- breathable laminate fabrics, but more competition and the introduction of new proprietary fabrics are starting to change that. While you can still spend upwards of ...
Karen Berger
8
Coated and Laminated Textiles
Ashton S. 'Technical review; breathable waterproof fabrics'. High Magazine, Sept 1985. 52-5. 6. Keighley JH, 'Breathability of outer fabrics'. Survival '85 Symposium, Leeds University 28 Mar 1985. 7. Keighley JH, 'Breathable fabrics and ...
Walter Fung, 2002
9
Ski
What It's Called What It Is What It Dees *Gore-Tex Extremely thin, microporous PTFE (Teflon) membrane Laminated to underside of shell fabric, it renders fabric waterproof, windproof and breathable: garment must be seam-sealed to be ...
10
Styrenes—Advances in Research and Application: 2013 Edition: ...
tear strength, burst strength, puncture resistance, and stiffness. Additionally, the polymeric facers of this invention are breathable and can be used in manufacturing insulation board and other construction boards. Accordingly, the breathable ...
‎2013

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BREATHABLE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term breathable is used in the context of the following news items.
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Lightweight, Breathable Material Recommended for Summer …
Aside from staying well hydrated, the clothing, jerseys, and other items need to be breathable and lightweight to ensure the safety of those ... «Digital Journal, Jul 15»
2
TCX S-Speed Boot Collection Highlight
As with any sports attire, the S-SPEED boot for sport riding and performance touring provides a comfortable and breathable fit. With perforated ... «Cycleworld, Jul 15»
3
Unstarched Shirt
... la chemise Lacoste, a short-sleeved pullover with a turndown collar, three buttons on its placket and a breathable piqué-cotton body. «New York Times, Jul 15»
4
The 'Black Magic': How to wear black and stay cool
Sheer fabrics are breathable and are available in lots of gorgeous varieties in georgette, lace, net and other fabrics," says Tamanna Singh, ... «Hindustan Times, Jul 15»
5
The Easiest Way to Wear Knits This Summer
A lightweight, breathable knit mini like Gala Gonzalez's, above, is just as fresh as an airy sundress but looks a lot more polished. With matching ... «Style.com, Jul 15»
6
Tips for enjoying wet bike rides
Waterproof yourself: A sturdy but breathable rain jacket and rain pants will make your life easier when riding in the rain. Buy gear with taped ... «Toronto Star, Jul 15»
7
Reddit CEO Ellen Pao apologizes: 'We screwed up'
... land on Mars, they could step into their ready-made living quarters, remove their space helmets and inhale deliciously breathable air. «WBAL Baltimore, Jul 15»
8
Ups & Downs / Mattress pad sales surge on 'Mao Effect'
This high rebound material was light and breathable, and it supported the body sufficiently. It could also be washed. The sleeper could easily ... «The Japan News, Jul 15»
9
12 Ways To Combat Sweat In Semi Formal And Formal Attire If You …
Sincerely heed my warning about breathable fabric. Trapping all of that heat under your shirt means you'll be brined in your own toxins by the ... «Bustle, Jul 15»
10
Japanese brand teams with Muslim designer
Moreover, the pieces in the collection are all made from smooth, breathable and non-restrictive fabrics with rayon being one of the key ... «Times of India, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Breathable [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/breathable>. May 2024 ».
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