nonporous
adjective
non·po·rous
ˌnän-ˈpȯr-əs 
: not porous
nonporous surfaces
nonporous rock
nonporous wood
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How long cold germs can live on surfaces is variable; for example:
Studies have found that rhinoviruses (which can cause the common cold) can live on hard, nonporous surfaces for several hours to days in some cases.
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Jennifer Welsh, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
Why Choose Ceramic? Ceramic dishes have the benefit of being nonporous, which is great for keeping them clean and hygienic.
—Katie Akin, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
For example, while many kitchen appliances are made of nonporous materials, dishwasher drainage pipes can attract mold—and that’s a problem that can’t be resolved with a bottle of bleach.
—Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 14 Jan. 2025
Instead, look for vibes made from nonporous materials like ABS plastic and medical-grade silicone—these won’t irritate or damage genital and anal tissues, Dr. Suwinyattichaiporn says.
—Kate Sloan, SELF, 17 Dec. 2024
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Jennifer Welsh, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
Why Choose Ceramic? Ceramic dishes have the benefit of being nonporous, which is great for keeping them clean and hygienic.
—Katie Akin, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
For example, while many kitchen appliances are made of nonporous materials, dishwasher drainage pipes can attract mold—and that’s a problem that can’t be resolved with a bottle of bleach.
—Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 14 Jan. 2025
Instead, look for vibes made from nonporous materials like ABS plastic and medical-grade silicone—these won’t irritate or damage genital and anal tissues, Dr. Suwinyattichaiporn says.
—Kate Sloan, SELF, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Nonporous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonporous. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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