Volatile /(?)/

Vol·a·tile

Volatile

a.
  1. Passing through the air on wings, or by the buoyant force of the atmosphere; flying; having the power to fly. [Obs.]
  2. Capable of wasting away, or of easily passing into the aeriform state; subject to evaporation.
  3. Fig.: Light-hearted; easily affected by circumstances; airy; lively; hence, changeable; fickle; as, a volatile temper.
    You are as giddy and volatile as ever.

Phrases & Compounds
Volatile alkali
See under Alkali.
Volatile liniment
a liniment composed of sweet oil and ammonia, so called from the readiness with which the latter evaporates.
Volatile oils
See Essential oils, under Essential.

Volatile

n.
  1. A winged animal; wild fowl; game. [Obs.]