incombustible

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Adjective incombustible has 1 sense

noncombustible, incombustible - not capable of igniting and burning

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Incombustible

Description

Incombustible is an adjective that describes something or someone incapable of being burned, resistant to combustion or fire.

Sense 1

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition:

Not capable of being burned, not easily ignited or set on fire.

Example Sentence:

The walls of that building are made of incombustible materials, ensuring high safety standards.

Sense 2

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition:

A substance or material that does not burn when exposed to fire.

Example Sentence:

The firefighters used incombustibles such as sand and water to extinguish the flames.

Sense 3

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition:

Referring to something or someone that cannot be defeated or destroyed.

Example Sentence:

Her determination and resilience made her incombustible against any obstacle that came her way.