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4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Tarpaulin' in a Sentence

"A protective covering made of canvas or similar material, treated to be waterproof with tar, paint, or wax." more

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The construction workers used tarpaulins to shield the building materials from the unexpected rain.
As the sky darkened, the farmers covered their hay bales with tarpaulins to prevent moisture damage.
After the camping trip, they folded the wet tarpaulins and stored them for the next adventure.
The street vendors spread colorful tarpaulins over their stalls, creating a vibrant market atmosphere.

Tarpaulin

tahr-paw-lin
nounA protective covering made of canvas or similar material, treated to be waterproof with tar, paint, or wax.

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Last Updated On: August 5, 2024
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