nonporous

/ nɒnˈpɔːrəs /

adjective

1. not permeable to water, air, or other fluids

Example Sentences

“Cities are basically nonporous environments,” said Beard, the Cornell professor.

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Due to the nonporous nature of the watershed, the stream’s depth often increases and decreases rapidly before and after rain, leading the eggs often to be washed out.

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It is also nonporous, making it ideal for holding food and sauces without absorbing them.

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Given the heavy rainfall and nonporous soil, the waste festers, exposing residents to health risks.

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People are unlikely to get the virus by trying on clothing in a store or touching nonporous items like door handles and counters, Popescu said.

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Related Words

• hard 
• rigid 
• solid 
• stiff 
• sturdy 
• substantial 
• thick 
• tough 
• unyielding