Nonburnable: meaning, definitions and examples
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nonburnable
[ nɒnˈbɜrnəbl ]
material property
Nonburnable refers to materials or substances that do not ignite or catch fire, even when exposed to flames or high temperatures. These materials often have chemical properties that resist combustion, making them suitable for use in construction and safety applications. Nonburnable items can help prevent fire hazards and ensure safety in various environments, such as buildings, vehicles, or industrial settings.
Synonyms
fireproof, incombustible, non-flammable.
Examples of usage
- Concrete is a nonburnable material used in building foundations.
- The nonburnable insulation in this home helps reduce fire risks.
- Nonburnable cabinets are often required in laboratories.
- The fire department recommends using nonburnable materials for roofing.
Translations
Translations of the word "nonburnable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não inflamável
🇮🇳 अग्नि-प्रतिरोधी
🇩🇪 nicht brennbar
🇮🇩 tidak terbakar
🇺🇦 невогнестійкий
🇵🇱 niepalny
🇯🇵 不燃性の (funensei no)
🇫🇷 incombustible
🇪🇸 incombustible
🇹🇷 yanmaz
🇰🇷 불연성의 (bulyeonseong-ui)
🇸🇦 غير قابلة للاشتعال (ghayr qabila lil'ishti'al)
🇨🇿 nehořlavý
🇸🇰 nehorľavý
🇨🇳 不可燃的 (bù kě rán de)
🇸🇮 negorljiv
🇮🇸 óbruni
🇰🇿 жанбайтын
🇬🇪 არაწვავადი (arats'vavadi)
🇦🇿 yanmaz
🇲🇽 incombustible
Etymology
The term 'nonburnable' is a compound word formed from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not,' and 'burnable,' which derives from the Old English word 'bernan,' meaning 'to burn.' The use of 'burnable' began to specifically relate to materials that can be easily combusted. The prefix is added to indicate that the property is the opposite of the ability to burn. The concept gained significance with the development of fire safety regulations in the 20th century, particularly in construction and manufacturing sectors, where the need for materials that resist fire increased. As modern architecture evolved, understanding and categorizing materials as nonburnable became essential for ensuring safety in urban environments.