1. a material or substance designed to prevent or inhibit the formation and propagation of cracks in concrete, asphalt, or other materials
Usage: technical; construction and materials science

1. relating to or designed to prevent crack formation in materials
Usage: technical; construction and materials science

Examples

• The contractor applied an anticrack coating to the concrete foundation to extend its lifespan.
• Anticrack additives are commonly mixed into asphalt to improve durability.
• The new anticrack sealant reduced maintenance costs on the highway project.
• Engineers specified anticrack reinforcement for the bridge deck to prevent structural failure.
• This anticrack membrane protects the pavement from thermal stress and moisture damage.