water-resistant

adjective

wa·​ter-re·​sis·​tant ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈzi-stənt How to pronounce water-resistant (audio)
ˌwä-,
-tə-ri-

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This backpack is water-resistant and has a magnetic closure, insulated bottle slots, and tons of pockets. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 13 Apr. 2025 Its sleek exterior is made of water-resistant nylon. Nicol Natale, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025 Plus, the entire upper is water-resistant, which will keep your feet dry if you get caught in a storm. Gabrielle Kassel, Glamour, 11 Apr. 2025 These luxurious chaise loungers come in nine Sunbrella fabric colorways, and the water-resistant teak frame will patina beautifully in your backyard. Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 11 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for water-resistant

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of water-resistant was in 1883

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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-resistant. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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water-resistant

adjective
wa·​ter-re·​sis·​tant
-ri-ˈzis-tənt

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