carbonisable

/ˌkɑːrbənˈaɪzəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Capable of being converted into charcoal or carbon.

“The carbonisable material was used to produce charcoal for the BBQ.”

2. adjective

Pronounced to burn or be reduced to carbon when heated in air.

“The carbonisable properties of the material made it suitable for use in gas masks.”

Synonyms

  • carbonaceous
  • charcoalizable

Antonyms

  • non-carbonaceous
  • non-combustible