intumesce

[US]/ɪn.tjuːˈmɛs/
[UK]/ɪn.tjuˈmɛs/

Translation

vi.to swell or expand, especially due to heat; to boil or bubble up
Word Forms
Third Person Singularintumesces
Present Participleintumescing
Past Tenseintumesced
Past Participleintumesced

Phrases & Collocations

intumesce rapidly

intumesce during fire

intumesce when heated

intumesce effectively

intumesce in place

intumesce upon exposure

intumesce with heat

intumesce under pressure

intumesce to protect

intumesce for safety

Example Sentences

the material will intumesce when exposed to high temperatures.

fire-resistant coatings intumesce to protect the underlying structure.

when heated, the foam will intumesce and expand significantly.

intumescent materials are essential for fire safety in buildings.

the intumescent sealant helps prevent smoke from spreading.

in case of a fire, the insulation will intumesce to form a barrier.

intumesce technology is used in many modern fireproofing systems.

as the temperature rises, the material begins to intumesce.

the intumescent paint provides an extra layer of fire protection.

during a fire, the intumescent barrier effectively slows down heat transfer.

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