Fluxibility

/flʌksɪˈbɪləti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being capable of flowing or being put into flux; the degree to which something can become fluid or change state.

Etymology

From 'fluxible' (capable of flowing) + suffix '-ity' (forming nouns of quality). Developed in scientific and metallurgical vocabulary to describe material properties.

Kelly Says

Glass-makers depend on fluxibility—understanding exactly at what temperature sand becomes fluxible (able to flow and form) determines whether a vase becomes art or shatters.

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