Flame-retardant definition

A substance that is applied to fabric, wood, or other material in order to make it resistant to catching fire.
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Used to describe something that is hard to ignite; that does not support or convey flame.
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A substance used to make an object flameproof.

The flame-retardant used on the child's pajamas would keep them from bursting into flame, but it caused a rash.

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A chemical used to impart flame resistance.
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Other Word Forms

Noun

Singular:
flame-retardant
Plural:
flame retardants

Flame-retardant Sentence Examples

  • Penta bromo diphenyl ether used as flame retardant in upholstery etc., like PCBs interferes with thyroxin metabolism.

  • Investigations in phenol formaldehyde resins for example elucidate mechanism and provide new flame retardant materials.

  • Also new on Stand 6 E27 will be a halogen-free flame retardant for polyurethane foam.

  • Optional flame retardant fabrics make sure you adhere to venue health & safety.

  • Retardex materials can be recycled and the PP compounds containing phosphorus flame retardants retain their flame retardant properties.

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