water-repellent
adjective
wa·ter-re·pel·lent
ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈpe-lənt 
ˌwä-,
-tə-ri-
: treated with a finish that is resistant but not impervious to penetration by water
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This coat has a water-repellent exterior, so snowflakes and raindrops roll right off.
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Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 8 Jan. 2025
Made with water-repellent fabric, the bag is the perfect choice for daily wear and outdoor adventures—it’d be great for theme parks, too.
—Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2025
North Face Women’s Nuptse Après Water Repellent 550 Fill Power Down Booties
The North Face 550-fill down Après bootie combines warmth, style, and practicality with its fun puffer design and water-repellent finish.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2025
This coat has a water-repellent exterior, so snowflakes and raindrops roll right off.
—Madison Yauger, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Water-repellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-repellent. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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