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

Examples of breathable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web That means the shoe remains plenty breathable while keeping your feet dry in summer rainstorms and shallow creek crossings or while splashing in puddles mid-hike just for the heck of it. Outside Online, 15 July 2024 For starters, the fabric is 100% cotton, which is soft to the touch and breathable in warmer temperatures. Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2024 Comfortable, loose-fitting, and breathable, the two-piece outfit comes in 12 colors and is perfect for summer outings, travel, and even as a beach cover-up. Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2024 This lightweight beauty gem serves as a breathable and reliable option for the summer, preventing any sweat or water from ruining your look this season. Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for breathable 

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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 27 Jul. 2024.

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