Dictionary
nonflammable
adjective non·flam·ma·ble \-ˈfla-mə-bəl\
: not burning or not burning easily : not easily set on fire
Full Definition of NONFLAMMABLE
: not flammable; specifically : not easily ignited and not burning rapidly if ignited
— non·flam·ma·bil·i·ty \ˌnän-ˌfla-mə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun
See nonflammable defined for English-language learners
See nonflammable defined for kids
ADVERTISEMENT
First Known Use of NONFLAMMABLE
1915
Related to NONFLAMMABLE
- Synonyms
- fireproof, noncombustible, incombustible, noninflammable
- Antonyms
- burnable, combustible, flammable, ignitable (also ignitible), inflammable
Rhymes with NONFLAMMABLE
NONFLAMMABLE Defined for Kids
nonflammable
adjective non·flam·ma·ble \ˈnän-ˈfla-mə-bəl\
Definition of NONFLAMMABLE for Kids
: not easily set on fire <nonflammable fabric>
Learn More About NONFLAMMABLE
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: nonfloweringPrevious Word in the Dictionary: nonflamAll Words Near: nonflammable
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up nonflammable? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).