Building Maintenance Vocabulary

verb to remove moisture from the air or a space

• To prevent mold growth, it is important to dehumidify the basement regularly.
• Make sure to dehumidify the bathroom after taking a shower.
• I'm gonna run the dehumidifier to get rid of the dampness in here.
• She tried to dehumidify the tense situation by cracking a joke.

adjective in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect

• The dilapidated building was deemed unsafe for occupancy.
• That old house is so dilapidated, it's practically falling apart.
• The abandoned warehouse is completely dilapidated, dude.
• Her mental health was in a dilapidated state after the traumatic event.

adjective having a musty or damp smell; covered with mold

• The bread had gone mouldy due to improper storage.
• Ew, that cheese is mouldy, don't eat it!
• I found some mouldy old leftovers in the fridge.
• His mind was filled with mouldy ideas that needed freshening up.

noun a device that disperses water in a fine spray to irrigate lawns or gardens

• The sprinkler system in the building automatically activates in case of a fire.
• I love running through the sprinkler in the backyard on hot summer days.
• Let's set up the sprinkler and cool off in the yard.
• Her laughter was like a sprinkler, spreading joy to everyone around her.