1. of, relating to, or containing asbestos
Usage: technical; often used in medical or industrial contexts
2. resembling asbestos in appearance or properties
Usage: rare

Examples

• The asbestic fibers in the old insulation posed a serious health risk.
• Workers were exposed to asbestic dust during the building renovation.
• The material had an asbestic texture that made it useful for heat resistance.
• Asbestic contamination was discovered in the factory's ventilation system.
• The asbestic properties of the mineral made it valuable for industrial applications.