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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Meanwhile, the water-repellent fabric comes in handy during afternoon thunderstorms.
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Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2026
The unlined, double-breasted Soffio blazer was crafted from slightly water-repellent light nubuck and embellished with gold buttons.
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Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
In addition to protecting you from wind and cooler temperatures, Quince’s version is also water-repellent, has a storm flap for ventilation, and is packable enough to throw in a bag without adding excess weight or taking up too much space.
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Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
This soft-shell Carhartt bag is insulated inside, water-repellent on the outside, and means my husband doesn’t have to share our toddler’s Bluey lunchbox anymore.
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Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
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Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2026
The unlined, double-breasted Soffio blazer was crafted from slightly water-repellent light nubuck and embellished with gold buttons.
—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
In addition to protecting you from wind and cooler temperatures, Quince’s version is also water-repellent, has a storm flap for ventilation, and is packable enough to throw in a bag without adding excess weight or taking up too much space.
—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
This soft-shell Carhartt bag is insulated inside, water-repellent on the outside, and means my husband doesn’t have to share our toddler’s Bluey lunchbox anymore.
—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
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“Water-repellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-repellent. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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