Definitions
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- adjective Resistant to the effects of
damp . - verb transitive To make resistant to the effects of damp.
Etymologies
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damp + -proof
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Examples
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During this period the tiles are cured in a horizontal position while still on the mold, by covering their surface with a plastic sheet or by stacking with molds that guarantee airtight and dampproof stacking.
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· A dampproof course is required where ground moisture is a problem.
Chapter 5 1988
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