moisture-permeable
[/ˈmɔɪstʃər pərˈmiːəbəl/]
adjective
permeável à umidade
1. Allowing moisture or water vapor to pass through; capable of being penetrated by moisture while maintaining other properties
The moisture-permeable fabric allows sweat to evaporate while keeping the wearer dry.
O tecido permeável à umidade permite que o suor evapore enquanto mantém o usuário seco.
2. In materials science, describing a substance that has selective permeability to water vapor but may be impermeable to liquid water
Moisture-permeable membranes are essential in breathable waterproof clothing.
Membranas permeáveis à umidade são essenciais em roupas impermeáveis respiráveis.
This term is particularly relevant in Brazil and Portugal in discussions of athletic wear, outdoor gear, and construction materials. In the USA, 'breathable' is often preferred in casual contexts, while 'moisture-permeable' is more common in technical specifications. The concept has become increasingly important in sustainable fashion and eco-friendly material development.
Related Idioms & Phrases
breathe like skin - used to describe moisture-permeable fabrics
let it breathe - encouraging moisture-permeable material use
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