Floodproof: meaning, definitions and examples
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floodproof
[ ˈflʌdˌpruːf ]
describing construction
Floodproof refers to buildings or structures that are designed to withstand flooding. Such designs may include elevated foundations, waterproof materials, and other engineering techniques to prevent water intrusion.
Synonyms
flood-resistant, impervious, waterproof.
Examples of usage
- The new bridge was built to be floodproof against rising water levels.
- Developers are focusing on floodproof housing in areas prone to hurricanes.
- Innovations in floodproof technology are becoming essential in urban planning.
Translations
Translations of the word "floodproof" in other languages:
🇵🇹 à prova de inundação
🇮🇳 बाढ़ सुरक्षा
🇩🇪 flutsicher
🇮🇩 tahan banjir
🇺🇦 захищений від повені
🇵🇱 odporny na powódź
🇯🇵 洪水対策の
🇫🇷 résistant aux inondations
🇪🇸 a prueba de inundaciones
🇹🇷 sel güvenli
🇰🇷 홍수 방지의
🇸🇦 مقاوم للفيضانات
🇨🇿 odolný vůči povodni
🇸🇰 odolný voči povodni
🇨🇳 防洪的
🇸🇮 odporen na poplave
🇮🇸 flóðavarnandi
🇰🇿 су тасқынына төзімді
🇬🇪 წყალდიდობისგან დაცული
🇦🇿 selə davamlı
🇲🇽 a prueba de inundaciones
Etymology
The term 'floodproof' is derived from the combination of 'flood,' which comes from the Old English 'flod,' meaning a 'flowing' or 'current,' and 'proof,' which originates from the Old English 'proven,' meaning 'to test', 'to prove,' or 'to withstand.' The concept of making structures resistant to flood damage has become increasingly important with the rise of climate change and more frequent extreme weather events. As cities expand into flood-prone areas, the necessity for floodproof designs has evolved, leading to innovations in architectural practices and urban planning. Over the decades, various construction methods have been explored, and regulations have been established to ensure that new developments can resist the pressures associated with flooding.