Water-Based

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
WB
Pronunciation
/ˈwɔtər beɪst/
Category
Academic & Science
Related Field
Chemistry

Examples in Context

  1. Chemicals form a protective layer that resists both oil and water-based stains.
  2. I bought a water-based paint, then decided to water it down even more.
  3. Varnish the table with two or three coats of water-based varnish
  4. There would be no effect on animals — that's the beauty of such water-based materials.
  5. If you wet the walls down first, the surface will take the water-based paint more smoothly.

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