breathable
adjective
breath·able
ˈbrē-t͟hə-bəl 
1
: suitable for breathing
breathable air
2
: allowing air to pass through : porous
a breathable synthetic fabric
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It’s made of a breathable, polyester blend fabric that wicks moisture from the skin.
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Christina Shepherd McGuire, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2025
Six breathable layers of soft material deliver the ultimate blackout experience with a design that isn’t too tight on my eyes.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2025
The queen-size pillows are stuffed down alternative fiber fill and encased in breathable fabric.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
These PJs are made of a lightweight jersey for a breathable sleep session and boast a fashionably loose fit for all-day lounging (and selfie-taking).
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 24 Jan. 2025
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Christina Shepherd McGuire, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2025
Six breathable layers of soft material deliver the ultimate blackout experience with a design that isn’t too tight on my eyes.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2025
The queen-size pillows are stuffed down alternative fiber fill and encased in breathable fabric.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
These PJs are made of a lightweight jersey for a breathable sleep session and boast a fashionably loose fit for all-day lounging (and selfie-taking).
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 24 Jan. 2025
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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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