Frangible (Adjective)
Meaning
Capable of being broken; "the museum stored all frangible articles in locked showcases".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The curator carefully handled the frangible artifacts, knowing that a single misstep could result in irreparable damage.
- Due to the frangible nature of the glass sculpture, it was placed in a secure exhibit case with a warning sign for visitors.
- The frangible items in the storage room were carefully labeled and wrapped to prevent accidental breakage.
- To prevent loss or damage, the museum's most frangible items were kept in a secure vault accessible only to authorized personnel.
- The archaeologists used specialized techniques to excavate the frangible remains of the ancient pottery, which was at risk of disintegrating at the slightest touch.