Definition flammable in British English

flammable adjective

adjective

/ˈflæməb(ə)l/

Flammable and inflammable both describe something that burns easily and quickly, but most people use flammable because inflammable looks as if it means not flammable.

likely to burn very quickly and easily

Synonyms and related words

flammable inflammable combustible be shot through with something breathable brushed

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