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Nonexplosive: meaning, definitions and examples

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nonexplosive

 

[ nɒnɪkˈspləʊsɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

safety classification

Nonexplosive refers to substances or materials that do not possess the ability to cause an explosion under normal conditions. These materials are considered safe for handling and storage, as they do not react explosively when subjected to heat, pressure, or impact. Nonexplosive materials are often used in various industries, including construction and manufacturing, to ensure worker safety and compliance with regulatory standards. The classification of a material as nonexplosive can be critical in determining its application in sensitive environments.

Synonyms

inert, safe, stable

Examples of usage

  • The nonexplosive nature of the chemical allows for safe transport.
  • In nonexplosive mining operations, safety is a priority.
  • Nonexplosive devices are preferred in urban demolitions.
  • The researchers developed nonexplosive formulations for their project.

Translations

Translations of the word "nonexplosive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não explosivo

🇮🇳 गैर विस्फोटक

🇩🇪 nicht explosiv

🇮🇩 tidak eksplosif

🇺🇦 неексплозивний

🇵🇱 nieeksplozjny

🇯🇵 非爆発性の

🇫🇷 non explosif

🇪🇸 no explosivo

🇹🇷 patlayıcı olmayan

🇰🇷 비폭발성

🇸🇦 غير متفجر

🇨🇿 neexplozivní

🇸🇰 neexplozívny

🇨🇳 非爆炸性

🇸🇮 neeksploziven

🇮🇸 ekki sprengjuhætt

🇰🇿 жарылыссыз

🇬🇪 არაფეთქებადი

🇦🇿 partlayıcı olmayan

🇲🇽 no explosivo

Etymology

The term 'nonexplosive' is formed by the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the root 'explosive,' which comes from the Latin 'explodere,' meaning 'to drive out' or 'to force out.' The word 'explosive' has been in use since the early 19th century, referring to substances that can cause a sudden release of energy leading to an explosion. The prefix 'non-' was added to create a contrasting term to denote safety. Over time, the term has been important in the classification of materials for safety regulations, especially in industrial contexts. The rise in safety standards and material science has led to a greater focus on identifying and using nonexplosive materials, as they provide benefits in various applications, from explosives-free mining to safer consumer products.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,436, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.