waterproofing
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- noun
- /ˈwɔːtərˌpruːfɪŋ/
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impermeabilizante
- Liquid Boot is a single-course, high-build, fluid-applied membrane used for waterproofing canals, ponds, and reservoirs.
- waterproofing membrane
- waterproofing sealer
- waterproofing spray
Examples
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To protect your outdoor furniture, apply a waterproofing sealant to keep it safe from rain.
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The contractor recommended using a quality waterproofing compound to ensure the basement remains dry.
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After applying the waterproofing, the roof resisted leaks during the heavy downpour.
Synonyms
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3.4
A layer of material that covers a surface to protect or decorate it
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A material used on joints and cracks to stop water getting through
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5.0
A clear liquid that makes a surface hard and protects it before painting
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A substance put on fabric to make it resist water
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A product that makes things like shoes or jackets resist water
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Material that protects a building from rain, wind, and sun
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Surface Forms
Morphology
waterproofing = waterproof (transparent) = water + proof + ing
Derived from the adjective 'waterproof' with the noun-forming '-ing'; the substance/coating meaning is a straightforward nominalization.
Etymology
Waterproofing comes from water + proof + -ing, with proof meaning 'resistant to', like in bulletproof. That is why waterproofing can mean a material or coating that makes a surface 'resistant to water'.