fusible

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adjective

fus·​ible ˈfyü-zə-bəl How to pronounce fusible (audio)
: capable of being fused and especially liquefied by heat
fusible alloy
fusibility noun

fusibility

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noun

fu·​si·​bil·​i·​ty ˌfyüzəˈbilətē How to pronounce fusibility (audio)
-ətē
-i
plural -es
: the quality, state, or degree of being fusible

Examples of fusible in a Sentence

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Adjective
The irradiation process creates a fusible cleavage product that remains on the paper’s surface. Etiido Uko march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026 Cut the pattern out of wool felt and attach it to the pillow cover using iron-on fusible backing. Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English, borrowed from Medieval Latin fūsibilis, from Latin fūsus (past participle of fundere "to cast [metal], melt down, make liquid") + -ibilis -ible — more at fuse entry 1

Noun

French fusibilité, from Middle French, from fusible + -ité -ity

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fusible was in the 14th century

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“Fusible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fusible. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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fusible

adjective
fus·​ible ˈfyü-zə-bəl How to pronounce fusible (audio)
: capable of being fused and especially melted by heat
fusibility noun
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