"damp course" meaning in All languages combined

See damp course on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: damp courses [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} damp course (plural damp courses)
  1. (construction) A layer in a wall, foundation etc. which prevents moisture spreading into interior areas. Categories (topical): Construction Synonyms: damp-proof course, DPC
    Sense id: en-damp_course-en-noun-thvrkfKl Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: business, construction, manufacturing

Inflected forms

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          "ref": "2001 June 20, Anna Tims, The Guardian:",
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        "(construction) A layer in a wall, foundation etc. which prevents moisture spreading into interior areas."
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