Standard Lemma guide

draughtproofing

noun · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The material which is used to make something draughtproof.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, uncountable

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2

noun

Meaning 2

The act of making something draughtproof.

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Usage: UK, uncountable

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verb

Meaning 3

present participle and gerund of draughtproof

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, form-of, gerund, participle, present

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History

Etymology

From draughtproof + -ing.

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: calfeutrage — act of draughtproofing
  • French: calfeutrement — act of draughtproofing