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View synonyms for water-resistant

water-resistant

[ waw-ter-ri-zis-tuhnt, wot-er- ]

adjective

  1. resisting though not entirely preventing the penetration of water.


water-resistant

adjective

  1. (esp of fabrics) designed to resist but not entirely prevent the penetration of water
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of water-resistant1

First recorded in 1920–25
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Example Sentences

It’s made from breathable, water-resistant fabric and has ventilation zippers to keep you cool.

Most phones nowadays are designed to be water-resistant, which means they can resist water entering critical areas for a certain amount of time.

Uniqlo’s bag comes with inner pockets and is billed as durable and water-resistant.

They are in fast food wrappers and receipt paper, non-stick cookware and water-resistant fabrics, microwave popcorn bags and cosmetics.

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This handsome, water-resistant leather case protects their phone and necessities and doubles as a wallet, organizing cards, cash, coins and keys.

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