La impermeabilització
Example: La impermeabilització de la teulada evita filtracions d'aigua.
Definition
"La impermeabilització" refers to the process or technique of making a surface or structure waterproof, preventing water from penetrating or leaking through it. In construction, "la impermeabilització" of a roof, for example, avoids water seepage and protects the building from damage.
Etymology
The word "la impermeabilització" comes from the Catalan language, combining 'impermeable,' meaning 'not allowing water to pass,' derived from Latin 'im-' (not) and 'permeabilis' (passable), with the suffix '-ització,' which indicates a process or action. Did you know? The concept has been crucial in construction for centuries to protect buildings from water damage.
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"La impermeabilització" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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