flammability
noun
flam·ma·bil·i·ty
ˌfla-mə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: ability to support combustion
especially
: a high capacity for combustion
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In terms of the latter, its inherent flammability has led to many EV fires over the years, which is clearly not ideal.
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
The sleepwear violates the mandatory flammability standards for children's sleepwear, which protect young children from death and serious burn injuries associated with the ignition of sleepwear garments, according to the regulatory agency's website.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Fire hazards, meaning use of the product could lead to a fire or the product violated federal fabric flammability regulations, were behind 354 of the product recalls reported to CPSC in the past five years.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
While gasoline may be effective at getting rid of oil stains on concrete, it's not recommended due to its high flammability, lingering odors, and environmental impact.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 21 Feb. 2026
The sleepwear violates the mandatory flammability standards for children's sleepwear, which protect young children from death and serious burn injuries associated with the ignition of sleepwear garments, according to the regulatory agency's website.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Fire hazards, meaning use of the product could lead to a fire or the product violated federal fabric flammability regulations, were behind 354 of the product recalls reported to CPSC in the past five years.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
While gasoline may be effective at getting rid of oil stains on concrete, it's not recommended due to its high flammability, lingering odors, and environmental impact.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for flammability
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“Flammability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flammability. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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