English

Adjective

antifouling ‎(not comparable)

1. That prevents or counteracts the buildup of barnacles and other deposits on undersea surfaces such as those of boats.

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Noun

antifouling ‎(plural antifoulings)

1. Any substance that prevents or counteracts the buildup of barnacles and other deposits on undersea surfaces such as those of boats.
   • 2002, Institute of Marine Engineers, Marine Engineers Review

     These antifoulings release the biocides by a hydrolysis or ion exchange reaction of an acrylic polymer with seawater.