First Known Use: 1948
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R–value
noun \ˈär-ˌval-(ˌ)yü\
Definition of R-VALUE
: a measure of resistance to the flow of heat through a given thickness of a material (as insulation) with higher numbers indicating better insulating properties — compare u-value
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Origin of R-VALUE
probably from thermal resistance
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