prevent seepage (C1)
verb phrase
Pronunciation: prɪˈvɛnt ˈsiːpɪdʒ
Definition
To stop or hinder a liquid or gas from leaking or flowing through a porous material or a crack.
Examples
The waterproof coating was applied to prevent seepage of moisture into the walls.
Engineers designed a barrier to prevent seepage of toxic waste into the groundwater.
We used sealant to prevent seepage of air around the window frame.
How to Use prevent seepage
- prevent seepage of (prepositional phrase)
- To stop a liquid or gas from leaking through something. — "The clay layer was added to prevent seepage of water into the mine."
- prevent seepage (verb phrase)
- To stop a slow leak or flow. — "The new sealant is designed to prevent seepage effectively."
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