water-resistant

adjective

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

Examples of water-resistant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The shoes are made to be worn outside as well as inside, thanks to its durable, water-resistant suede exterior. Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2024 And although this removal process is much easier than scrubbing off waterproof formulas, the best part of tubing mascara is that most formulas are usually water-resistant, like this Tartlette XL mascara. Brittany Leitner, StyleCaster, 27 Sep. 2024 To make your bathroom feel cozy and luxurious, lay plush bath mats in front of the shower and sink, or try using a bigger, water-resistant bathroom rug. Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2024 The water-resistant protectors are a fun way to safeguard your surfaces. Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for water-resistant 

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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 6 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

water-resistant

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

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