"damp proofing" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} damp proofing (uncountable)
  1. A protective measure applied to the exterior of building foundation walls to prevent rising damp Tags: uncountable
    Sense id: en-damp_proofing-en-noun-9Tf6Issu Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Disambiguation of English entries with incorrect language header: 48 52
  2. (construction) treatment of a surface or structure to resist the passage of water in the absence of hydrostatic pressure. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Construction
    Sense id: en-damp_proofing-en-noun-ptw57DxR Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Disambiguation of English entries with incorrect language header: 48 52 Topics: business, construction, manufacturing

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