单词 | house wrap |
释义 | > as lemmashouse wrap house wrap n. (a) a shawl or loose robe worn in the house (cf. housecoat n.) (now rare); (b) Building any of various synthetic materials used in wall construction to provide a moisture-resistant barrier between the sheathing and the exterior layer. ΚΠ 1860 Godey's Lady's Bk. Nov. 475/2 A most comfortable house wrap for older people, and suitable for the street when worn by little girls. 1942 Times 13 Oct. 6/7 (advt.) Delightfully warm and cosy house wraps for the Autumn and Winter. 1982 Chicago Tribune 6 Nov. 12/2 (advt.) Housewrap acts like a windbreaker over a sweater, sealing off those cracks and small openings. 2008 K. O'Brien & K. Smith Northwest Green Home Primer ix. 201/1 Either house wrap or felt will provide an adequate secondary drainage plane. < as lemmas |
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