water-resistant
adjective
wa·ter-re·sis·tant
ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈzi-stənt 
ˌwä-,
-tə-ri-
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The sturdy bumper and water-resistant handle help reduce playground chaos.
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PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Travelpro Maxlite 5 Soft Carry-on Tote The bag is made from polyester and features a water-resistant lining in case of spillage (inevitable).
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
For all ages, snag this set of water-resistant and ergonomic wireless earbuds from Link Worldwide.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 30 Nov. 2025
The Manfrotto Advanced Hybrid Backpack III is water-resistant, allowing it to be placed on the ground or on the hood of a car and opened in the dark without needing a light.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 27 Nov. 2025
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PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Travelpro Maxlite 5 Soft Carry-on Tote The bag is made from polyester and features a water-resistant lining in case of spillage (inevitable).
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025
For all ages, snag this set of water-resistant and ergonomic wireless earbuds from Link Worldwide.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 30 Nov. 2025
The Manfrotto Advanced Hybrid Backpack III is water-resistant, allowing it to be placed on the ground or on the hood of a car and opened in the dark without needing a light.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 27 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for water-resistant
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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-resistant. Accessed 9 Dec. 2025.
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