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

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One of its best features is its water-resistant material that can easily endure both wind and rain. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025 This bag is attractive, water-resistant, and full of organized pockets; the hardware also feels premium. Adrienne So, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025 Plus, it’s made of water-resistant material that’s durable and easy to clean. Isabel Garcia, People.com, 12 Feb. 2025 The water-resistant material seems lightweight yet unlikely to tear, the seams appear reinforced, and the zippers work well. Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 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 21 Feb. 2025.

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water-resistant

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

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