noun
- Plural of inflammable; substances or materials that catch fire easily and burn readily.
Usage: Often used in safety contexts, shipping, and storage regulations.; Note: 'flammable' is now the preferred term in modern safety labeling to avoid confusion with the prefix 'in-' (which can mean 'not').
Examples
- The warehouse stores various inflammables including gasoline, paint thinner, and acetone.
- Proper ventilation is essential when handling inflammables in the laboratory.
- The fire department warned residents to keep inflammables away from heat sources.
- Inflammables must be stored in clearly marked, fireproof cabinets.
- The shipping label indicated that the package contained inflammables and required special handling.