vapor barrier


vapor barrier

noun

Definition of VAPOR BARRIER

: a layer of material (as roofing paper or polyethylene film) used to retard or prevent the absorption of moisture into a construction (as a wall or floor)

First Known Use of VAPOR BARRIER

circa 1941

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