Complex sentence: The adhesive agent acts as a chemical bond between the polyester fibers and the exterior coating and also prevents fibers from wicking, or absorbing water in a process that could result in freeze-thaw damage in the fabric.
Split into simpler sentences: The adhesive agent acts as a chemical bond between the polyester fibers and the exterior coating and also prevents wicking. Wicking is the term used to describe the action of fibers absorbing water, which could result in freeze-thaw damage in the fabric.