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Definition of Noncombustible
1. Adjective. Not capable of igniting and burning.
Similar to: Fireproof, Fire-resistant, Fire-resisting, Fire-resistive, Fire-retardant, Flame-retardant, Flameproof, Nonflammable
Antonyms: Combustible
Definition of Noncombustible
1. Adjective. That will not readily ignite and burn ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Noncombustible
1. [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Noncombustible
Literary usage of Noncombustible
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Niosh Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazardsedited by Sharon Hildebrand edited by Sharon Hildebrand (2001)
"P: NA noncombustible Solid BP: ? IP: ? UEL: NA Incompatibilities & Reactivities
None reported Measurement Method None available See: NMAM INDEX Personal ..."
2. Transactions of the American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical and (1915)
"Southern Illinois coal, such as Franklin County coal, according to a paper on
Illinois coals,1 contains from 18 to 21 per cent, noncombustible matter as ..."
3. Marine Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Fire Safety: A Comprehensive (1994)
"A number of noncombustible materials are known, but only a few with suitable
properties have been approved for use in ship construction. ..."
4. Addresses and Papers on Insurance by Rufus M. Potts (1917)
"District 1—Brick, stone, tile or concrete dwellings, with noncombustible
roofs .27 .18 .198 Shingle frame dwellings with noncombustible roofs, detached, ..."
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