waterproofing
noun
wa·ter·proof·ing
ˈwȯ-tər-ˌprü-fiŋ 
ˈwä-
1
a
: the act or process of making something waterproof
b
: the condition of being made waterproof
2
: something (such as a coating) capable of imparting waterproofness
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Invest in quality: Buy the more expensive waterproofing that costs twice as much and lasts three times as long (courtesy of Rick Cook at CookFox).
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Justin Davidson, Curbed, 12 Dec. 2024
Every part—electrical acoustic signals, power system, waterproofing, buoy, and mooring—had to operate seamlessly in the field.
—IEEE Spectrum, 20 Nov. 2024
Unlike many insulated shells, which need a durable water-repellent (DWR) coating to shed precipitation, the Odin Infinity is sewn with polypropylene, which won’t wear down or lose waterproofing in the wash.
—Emily Pennington, Outside Online, 22 Nov. 2024
Premium Kindle devices have gone through a lot of evolution over the years, increasing screen size and clarity as e-ink technology has improved, including (then removing) page-turn buttons, adding waterproofing, and more.
—Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
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Justin Davidson, Curbed, 12 Dec. 2024
Every part—electrical acoustic signals, power system, waterproofing, buoy, and mooring—had to operate seamlessly in the field.
—IEEE Spectrum, 20 Nov. 2024
Unlike many insulated shells, which need a durable water-repellent (DWR) coating to shed precipitation, the Odin Infinity is sewn with polypropylene, which won’t wear down or lose waterproofing in the wash.
—Emily Pennington, Outside Online, 22 Nov. 2024
Premium Kindle devices have gone through a lot of evolution over the years, increasing screen size and clarity as e-ink technology has improved, including (then removing) page-turn buttons, adding waterproofing, and more.
—Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Waterproofing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waterproofing. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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