breathability en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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- /ˌbɹiː.ðəˈbɪl.ə.ti/ (US)
Etymology
From breathable + -ity or breathe + -ability.
Meanings
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(countable, uncountable) The ability of a fabric (or clothing) to transmit air and moisture.
To find the best rain jacket, we tested everything from waterproofness and breathability to fit, feel and packability.
2025 January 3, Kai Burkhardt, “The best rain jackets of 2025, tried and tested”, in CNN:If you’re looking for the most breathable mask, Lukovics says, “Cotton is preferable, mainly for absorbing moisture/sweat.” She says multiple layers may be more protective but will also impact breathability.
2021 August 17, Elizabeth Wallace and Kai Burkhardt, “12 breathable face masks to protect you while exercising”, in CNN:
- (countable, uncountable) The degree to which air or other substance is suitable for breathing.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| breathabilities | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
Translations (7)
cmn 透氣性 /透气性 (ability of fabric to transmit air and moisture) · fi hengittävyys (ability of fabric to transmit air and moisture) · cmn 空氣質量 /空气质量 (quality of air suitable for breathing) · es respirabilidad (ability of fabric to transmit air and moisture) · fi hengityskelpoisuus (quality of air suitable for breathing) · es respirabilidad (quality of air suitable for breathing) · de Atembarkeit (quality of air suitable for breathing)