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WEATHER PROOF [6 records]

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Alphabetical list of terms

Record 1 2023-08-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Ropemaking
  • Outfitting of Ships
CONT

Nylon twine is extremely strong and durable. [It is] a [thick and] hardwearing twine [and is] particularly good for outdoor use as [it is] "rot proof" and can be exposed to all types of weather without... being damaged or worn.

PHR

braided nylon twine

French

Domaine(s)
  • Corderie
  • Armement et gréement
PHR

ficelle nylon tressée

Spanish

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Record 2 2016-11-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Bodywork and Framework (Motor Vehicles)
DEF

A sheet of shatter proof glass that extends across the front of the passenger compartment, providing good visibility and protection from the weather.

OBS

windshield; windscreen: terms standardized by ISO.

OBS

windshield: term officially approved by the Lexicon Project Committee (New Brunswick).

Key term(s)
  • wind screen
  • wind shield

French

Domaine(s)
  • Carrosserie, caisse et châssis (Véhicules automobiles)
DEF

Paroi transparente à l'avant d'un véhicule pour protéger les occupants de l'air, du vent, des poussières.

OBS

pare-brise : terme normalisé par l'ISO.

OBS

pare-brise : terme uniformisé par le Comité du projet de lexiques (Nouveau-Brunswick).

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Carrocería y chasis (Vehículos automotores)
DEF

Luna de vidrio de seguridad o de otra materia transparente, que se pone en la parte frontal de un vehículo para resguardar del viento a los viajeros sin impedir la visibilidad al conductor.

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Record 3 2012-01-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Construction Materials
  • Waterproofing (Construction)
DEF

A material in a plastic state used to seal narrow openings often reinforced with asbestos or other fibers.

CONT

Plastic cement is a scientifically compounded composition of selected asphalts, mineral fillers, and refined solvents that are manufactured to a heavy consistency for application by trowel to provide a durable, elastic coating of excellent adhesion and high resistance to water and weathering. This product when applied dries to a tough, flexible, waterproof and corrosion proof coating which gives excellent performance over wide ranges of temperature and weather conditions.

OBS

plastic cement: term officially approved by the Lexicon Project Committee (New Brunswick).

Key term(s)
  • plastic asphalt cement

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériaux de construction
  • Étanchéité (Construction)
DEF

Produit d'étanchéité constitué par un mélange de produits bitumineux, goudronneux ou autres, avec un produit fluidifiant et, généralement, incorporation de fibres inertes (amiante, par exemple).

OBS

enduit pâteux; ciment plastique : termes uniformisés par le Comité du projet de lexiques (Nouveau-Brunswick).

Spanish

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Record 4 2006-02-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sports Equipment and Accessories
  • Mountain Sports
DEF

An article of clothing which keeps hands warm and dry while climbing, while providing a good grip and protection against chafing.

CONT

Firstly, for walking into the crag, something like a pair of windproof or thick liner gloves so that you do not sweat up your climbing gloves (which will then chill on you as soon as you slow down).

OBS

There are different types of gloves and they can all be worn in combination. Light wool gloves : usually worn underneath another pair of gloves in very cold conditions. Overmitts of nylon : worn on top of the gloves, they are wind and snow proof. Fingerless wool mitts : good for cold weather and finger freedom. Fairly good for rope holding and adequate to climb in. Oiled wool mittens : the general cold-weather glove of the mountaineer. Leather gloves : for rope holding and abseiling. Braking gloves : especially designed leather gloves worn by a climber operating a belay(sometimes called belay gloves). In the event of another climber falling, braking gloves prevent the hands from being rope-burned.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Équipement et accessoires de sport
  • Sports de montagne
DEF

Pièce de l'habillement qui recouvre la main et qui la protège contre la neige, le froid et dans les verrous et l'assurage.

CONT

Gants d'escalade : ils sont en cuir assez épais pour protéger les mains dans les verrous et l'assurage, sans bout de doigts pour pouvoir utiliser les petites prises.

CONT

Selon les utilités il y a différentes sortes de gants d'escalade. Sans bout de doigts : pour les petites prises. En cuir avec ou sans doigts : utilisés lorsque la neige est très sèche. Gants de laine avec manchettes : pour protéger contre le froid et la neige mouillée. Légers gants de soie : à porter sous les gants de laine pour plus de chaleur. Moufles en toile de nylon : à enfiler sur les gants de laine pour plus de chaleur. Moufles sans doigts (sauf le pouce) doublées de fourrure : pour les ascensions hivernales et les températures particulièrement basses.

OBS

Une paire de gants à cinq, ou mieux, deux doigts (index et pouce) en grosse laine tricotée double est nécessaire pour protéger les mains contre le froid. Ces gants doivent avoir une manchette (10 cm au minimum) pour recouvrir tout le poignet.

Spanish

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Record 5 2006-02-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Fabric Nomenclature
DEF

Fabrics [that] allow humidity to pass quickly from the inside out where it can evaporate while the outside layer is water- and dirt-repellent, keeping the wearer dry at all times.

CONT

Womens Aquaguard Jacket-100% nylon aquaguard twill. Seam sealed for water proof performance. Elastic cord locks for extra weather protection.

OBS

Trademark of Rotofil AG.

OBS

Typically [Aquaguard fabrics are] used in raincoats and sportswear ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Nomenclature des tissus
DEF

Tissus respirants, coupe-vent et déperlents [faits de microfibres, de la] famille de tissus de Rotofil qui comprend des matières enduites aux performances techniques spécialement étudiées pour les sports d'été.

CONT

Ce pantalon bleu foncé est également confectionné en Aquaguard. Des bandes réfléchissantes garantissent une sécurité accrue. Idéal comme tenue de sport [...]

OBS

Marque déposée [par le tisseur suisse] Rotofil AG.

Spanish

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Record 6 1998-06-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Security Devices
CONT

Barricade 500 is an advanced outdoor vibration detection system [which] sensors are sealed and weather proof, simple to install, and adaptable to most types of fences constructed of metal fabric, such as welded metal mesh, chain link, and barbed-wire screen. The system is designed to detect attempted intrusions through the perimeter's fence. The proprietary vibration sensors, fastened to the fence fabric, detect intrusions caused by scalling the fence or by cutting through it.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dispositifs de sécurité

Spanish

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