frangibility

noun

Definition of frangibilitynext
as in fragility
the state or quality of having a delicate structure the frangibility of the tree ornaments makes them inappropriate for handling by children

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  1. fragility
  2. fineness
Noun
  • Global conflicts and the impact of climate change are driving up the costs of shipping worldwide, underlining concerns over the fragility of international supply chains and stoking inflation.
    — Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • This is generally understood as a parable about the fragility of liberal democracy—the thin line between the rule of law and the law of the jungle.
    — Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of fragility
Noun
  • The fineness of the line between the two genres indicates that in her work overall, change is a matter of gradations.
    — Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026
  • My matzo balls took twice as long to cook according to her fineness in the video.
    — Molly Baz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of fineness
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“Frangibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frangibility. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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