Tarpaulin: meaning, definitions and examples

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tarpaulin

 

[ tษ‘หrหˆpษ”หlษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

material cover

A tarpaulin, often shortened to tarp, is a large sheet of strong, flexible, water-resistant material. It is commonly made from cloth, or plastic such as polyethylene. Tarpaulins are used to cover and protect items from moisture, dirt, and debris. Their versatility makes them useful in various contexts including construction sites, camping, and storage. They can be tied down or attached to structures for stability and security.

Synonyms

awning, canvas, cover, sheet

Examples of usage

  • The construction crew used a tarpaulin to cover the equipment from rain.
  • During the storm, I spread the tarpaulin over my boat to protect it.
  • We placed a tarpaulin on the ground for the picnic.
  • The circus used colorful tarpaulins to create a vibrant atmosphere.

Translations

Translations of the word "tarpaulin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lonas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคฟเคฐเคชเคพเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Plane

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terpal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะตะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ plandeka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฟใƒผใƒใƒชใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bรขche

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lonas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท branda

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒ€ํฌ๋ฆฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุฑุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ plachta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ plachta

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้˜ฒๆฐดๅธƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ platno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tjalda

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tรผl

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lona

Etymology

The term 'tarpaulin' dates back to the early 19th century. It is derived from 'tar' and 'palling,' where 'tar' refers to the black, sticky substance obtained from the distillation of organic material, and 'pall' is a protective covering. Originally, tarpaulins were made from a heavy cotton fabric treated with tar to make it waterproof. This made them particularly useful for sailors and in maritime settings. Over the years, the construction and design of tarpaulins evolved, and they began to be made from various synthetic materials such as polyester and polyethylene, which enhanced their durability and water-resistant properties. Today, tarpaulins have widespread applications in industrial, agricultural, and recreational contexts. Their ability to provide shelter and protection from the elements continues to make them an essential tool in various fields.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,875, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.