breathability
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- noun
- /ˌbrɛθəˈbɪləti/
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- Choosing fabrics with good breathability is essential for lightweight outdoor gear.
- good breathability
- superior breathability
- offers natural breathability
Examples
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The forefoot has additional pores for more breathability.
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This happens because your boots have lost their breathability or 'wetted out,' so the moisture from your feet isn't able to get out.
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You're welcome to browse other offerings, like this Blackhawk vest made of heavy-duty nylon mesh for maximum breathability.
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The jacket's excellent breathability keeps me comfortable during long hikes.
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Athletes prefer materials with high breathability to stay cool and dry during workouts.
How Breathable
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8.6
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Surface Forms
Morphology
breathability = breathable (transparent) = breath + able + ity
Formed from the adjective 'breathable' + '-ity', a standard noun-forming suffix indicating the quality of being breathable.
Etymology
Breathability comes from breath ('air from your lungs') and the ending -ability ('able to'), so it means 'able to let breath through'. That's why we use breathability for fabrics and materials that let air and sometimes moisture pass, keeping you comfortable.