fusible
/ˈfjuːzɪb(ə)l
/adjective
Able to be fused or melted easily.In situations where temperature could pose a threat, fusible plugs are designed to melt and release the gas long before critical pressure levels are reached....
- Stabilize the centerfront edges with fusible stay tape on the fabric wrong side. Also fuse the tape over the shoulder and armhole seamlines.
- If necessary, fuse interfacing to the slipcover fabric wrong side, or fuse two fabric layers together with fusible web.
Derivatives
fusibility
/ noun ...- Colonies grow into contact to one another within 3-6 days and are periodically evaluated for fusibility.
- Fluxes are used in the production of glass to increase the fusibility of the glass as well as to increase the workable temperature range of the glass.
- The offspring of these three populations were tested for fusibility against both inbred lines by colony assays.
Origin
Late Middle English: from Old French, or from medieval Latin fusibilis, from fundere 'pour, melt'.