Bleachability

/ˌbliːtʃ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/ noun

Definition

The quality or capacity of being able to be bleached; how susceptible something is to bleaching.

Etymology

From bleach plus the suffix -able (meaning capable of) plus -ity (creating an abstract noun), following standard English word formation.

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Bleachability is a real concern in textile chemistry—manufacturers test fabrics specifically for how well they'll survive bleaching, which affects durability and color-fastness.

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