Enter the word for search

damp-proof

/ˈdæmp pruːf/

damp-proofverb

Transitive verb meaning to make something resistant to damp.

Translations

гидроизолироватьСтроит.; сделать защищённым от сырости и проникновения влаги.

They damp-proofed the basement walls before finishing the room.

Они гидроизолировали стены подвала перед отделкой комнаты.

Definitions

to treat or construct something so that it will not be affected by dampness

They damp-proofed the basement walls before finishing the room.

Synonyms

make waterproof

make moisture-proof

seal against damp

make watertight

treat against damp

Antonyms

damp-proofadjective

/ˈdæmp pruːf/

Usually attributive; means resistant to damp or designed to prevent moisture penetration.

Translations

влагонепроницаемый

A damp-proof membrane was installed under the floor.

Под полом была установлена влагонепроницаемая мембрана.

Additional translations

гидроизоляционныйВ строительстве; о слоях, мембранах, покрытиях, защищающих от проникновения влаги.

Definitions

resistant to damp or designed to prevent moisture from passing through

A damp-proof membrane was installed under the floor.

Synonyms

Antonyms