Complete Definition of "flame-retardant"

English

Alternate spelling flame retardant.

Adjective
flame-retardant

  1. Used to describe something that is hard to ignite; that does not support or convey flame.

Noun
en-noun|sg=flame-retardant

#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.

Synonyms
fire-retardant
flame-resistant

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