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Meaning of "waterproofing" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF WATERPROOFING

waterproofing  [ˈwɔːtəpruːfɪŋ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF WATERPROOFING

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Waterproofing is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES WATERPROOFING MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of waterproofing in the English dictionary

The definition of waterproofing in the dictionary is the quality of being waterproof. Other definition of waterproofing is the process of making something waterproof.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH WATERPROOFING


astroturfing
ˈæstrəʊˌtɜːfɪŋ
bodysurfing
ˈbɒdɪˌsɜːfɪŋ
briefing
ˈbriːfɪŋ
channel-surfing
ˈtʃænəlsɜːfɪŋ
couchsurfing
ˈkaʊtʃˌsɜːfɪŋ
debriefing
ˌdiːˈbriːfɪŋ
draughtproofing
ˈdrɑːftpruːfɪŋ
kitesurfing
ˈkaɪtˌsɜːfɪŋ
laughing
ˈlɑːfɪŋ
morphing
ˈmɔːfɪŋ
roofing
ˈruːfɪŋ
rustproofing
ˈrʌstˌpruːfɪŋ
showerproofing
ˈʃaʊəˌpruːfɪŋ
smurfing
ˈsmɜːfɪŋ
soundproofing
ˈsaʊndpruːfɪŋ
staffing
ˈstɑːfɪŋ
strafing
ˈstrɑːfɪŋ
surfing
ˈsɜːfɪŋ
understaffing
ˌʌndəˈstɑːfɪŋ
windsurfing
ˈwɪndˌsɜːfɪŋ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE WATERPROOFING

waterman
watermanship
watermark
watermelon
watermen
watermill
waterpox
waterproof
waterproofed
waterproofer
waterproofness
waterquake
waters
waterscape
watershed
waterside
watersider
watersmeet
waterspout
watertight

WORDS THAT END LIKE WATERPROOFING

ballot-box stuffing
buffing
chuffing
crowd surfing
effing
glue-sniffing
golfing
huffing
huffing and puffing
in the offing
knifing
offing
press briefing
safe surfing
scoffing
shoulder surfing
sniffing
spiffing
spoofing
stuffing

Synonyms and antonyms of waterproofing in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «waterproofing» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF WATERPROOFING

Find out the translation of waterproofing to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of waterproofing from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «waterproofing» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

防水
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

impermeabilización
570 millions of speakers

English

waterproofing
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

waterproofing
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تسرب المياه
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

гидроизоляция
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

impermeabilização
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

জলাভেদ্য
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

imperméabilisation
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kalis air
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Imprägnierung
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

防水加工
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

방수
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Waterproofing
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

chống thấm
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

நெய்யில்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

वॉटरप्रूफिंग
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Su yalıtımı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

impermeabilizzazione
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

hydroizolacji
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

гідроізоляція
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

hidroizolatii
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

στεγάνωση
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

waterdigting
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

tätskikt
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

impregnering
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of waterproofing

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «WATERPROOFING»

The term «waterproofing» is quite widely used and occupies the 26.916 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «WATERPROOFING» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «waterproofing» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «waterproofing» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about waterproofing

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «WATERPROOFING»

Discover the use of waterproofing in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to waterproofing and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Construction Waterproofing Handbook: Second Edition
Written by a renowned expert and popular author on the subject, this comprehensive guide provides key information on such matters as quality assurance, admixtures, expansion joints, testing, and safety.
Michael Kubal, 2008
2
The Manual of Below-Grade Waterproofing Systems
The Manual of Below-Grade Waterproofing Systems is an indispensable working resource for architects, civil engineers, contractors, specifiers, materials manufacturers, landscape architects, and all other professionals involved with the ...
Justin Henshell, C. W. Griffin, 2000
3
Roofing, Flashing & Waterproofing
Articles written by the pros will help the worker to properly flash walls and roofs, avoid all common flashing errors, prevent ice dams, shingle a roof valley, lay out three-tab shingles, install a rubber roof and install steel roofing.
‎2005
4
Repair, Protection and Waterproofing of Concrete Structures, ...
A wealth of recent research into the continued deterioration of reinforced concrete structures has led to a review of methods of investigation and repair techniques.
P. Perkins, 2002
5
Waterproofing Membranes for Concrete Bridge Decks
TRB’s National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Synthesis 425: Waterproofing Membranes for Concrete Bridge Decks documents information on materials, specification requirements, design details, application methods, system ...
H. G. Russell, 2012
6
Building Deck Waterproofing
Architects, specifiers, contractors, and manufacturers in the waterproof industry cover the basics (including cathodic protection terminology, systems, and history), problem-solving in the field and in the lab, and perceived problem areas ...
Laura E. Gish, 1990
7
Waterproofing Membranes for Concrete Bridge Decks
The principal differences from new construction are in the selection criteria for the use of waterproofing systems, traffic control, deck preparation, and the influence of existing corrosion on future performance. DESIGN approaches. For example ...
David G. Manning, 1995
8
Architectural Graphic Standards
BASEMENT—WATERPROOFING/ DAMPPROOFING/INSULATION Consult a geotechnical engineer to determine soil types and groundwater levels, as well as their effect on drainage and waterproofing methods. Consult a waterproofing ...
Andy Pressman, American Institute of Architects, 2007
9
Underground Service Reservoirs: Waterproofing and Repair Manual
This report provides guidance to enable water undertakers to carry out effective investigations, repairs and waterproofing of underground service reservoirs with improved quality and increased cost effectiveness.
‎1995
10
Science and Technology of Building Seals, Sealants, Glazing ...
REFERENCE: Rutila, D. A. and Ruggiero, S. S., "Expansion Joints in Deck Waterproofing Systems," Science and Technology of Building Seals, Sealants, Glazing, and Waterproofing: 3rd Volume, ASTM STP 1254, James C. Myers, Ed.,  ...
James C. Myers, 1994

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «WATERPROOFING»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term waterproofing is used in the context of the following news items.
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Waterproofing Membrane Market Will Grow To $9.49 Billion By 2022 …
San Francisco, California, July 30, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global waterproofing membranes market is expected to reach USD 9.49 billion by 2022, ... «GlobeNewswire, Jul 15»
2
Research and Markets: Waterproofing Membrane (Modified Bitumen …
The waterproofing membrane market is estimated to witness a CAGR of 8.4% between 2015 and 2020, and is expected to generate a global market size in ... «Business Wire, Jul 15»
3
Waterproofing Membranes Market Worth $9.49 Billion By 2022 …
Global Waterproofing Membranes Market is expected to reach USD 9.49 ... factor to overall growth of the waterproofing membranes market over the past few ... «MarketWatch, Jul 15»
4
Waterproofing Membranes Market Worth $32857.8 Million by 2020
The report "Waterproofing Membranes Market by Type (Modified Bitumen, PVC, TPO, EPDM, HDPE, LDPE), by Application (Roofing & Walls, Building Structures ... «PR Newswire, Jun 15»
5
Balcony subcontractor's waterproofing work focus of investigation
The company responsible for waterproofing the Berkeley apartment balcony that collapsed last week because of apparent moisture-caused rot also worked on a ... «SFGate, Jun 15»
6
Antis Roofing and Waterproofing to mark 25 years in business
Antis Roofing & Waterproofing, an Irvine-based business that provides service to homeowners associations throughout Los Angeles County and the Inland ... «The San Gabriel Valley Tribune, Jun 15»
7
Western Waterproofing and Roofing of St. Louis, Missouri Renamed …
(St. Louis, MO, May 18, 2015) - The original Western Waterproofing Company was founded in St. Louis, MO in 1915 by Ben Many and his brother-in-law George ... «STLtoday.com, May 15»
8
222 Scientists Call for Reduced Use of Stain- and Waterproofing
“Stain-resistant, Nonstick, Waterproof and Lethal” is how journalist Callie Lyons refers to a chemical called C8 that's found in the bodies of nearly all humans and ... «Environmental Working Group, May 15»
9
DIY waterproof your Samsung Galaxy S6 by encasing it in silicone …
If you're thinking about upgrading from your Samsung Galaxy S5 to the S6 but fear losing the waterproofing feature, say no more. The folks behind the ... «The Next Web, Apr 15»
10
Wet basement last year? Blame climate change
BRIDGET BENNETT, SPECIAL TO THE STAR TRIBUNE Drew Gardner of Drew Gardner Concrete and Waterproofing measures the height of the wall to ... «Minneapolis Star Tribune, Apr 15»

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