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nonwetting

/nɒnˈwɛtɪŋ/

/nɑnˈwɛtɪŋ/

nonwettingnoun

/nɒnˈwɛtɪŋ/

/nɑnˈwɛtɪŋ/

Technical mass noun in surface science meaning the condition or property of not being wetted.

Definitions

The condition or property of a surface that prevents a liquid from spreading over or adhering to it; lack of wetting.

Surface texturing can enhance nonwetting to keep equipment free of moisture.

Synonyms

nonwetting agent

hydrophobic material

waterproofing agent

nonwettingadjective

more nonwetting

Comp.

most nonwetting

Super.

/nɒnˈwɛtɪŋ/

/nɑnˈwɛtɪŋ/

Translations

The nonwetting surface of the material prevents water from sticking.

Несмачивающая поверхность материала предотвращает прилипание воды.

Definitions

Not allowing or causing a liquid to spread or adhere to a surface.

The nonwetting coating on the windshield helped rainwater to bead up and roll off easily.

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