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

Recent Examples on the Web The bag has a spacious interior that can store small items, like lip balm and cellphones, and the exterior is water-resistant to keep your belongings protected. Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 11 May 2024 Advanced earbuds are water-resistant with an IPX5 rating, and offer up to 15 hours of battery life on a single charge. Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 6 May 2024 Or, put your feet up and get some rest on this chaise lounge chair with a water-resistant cushion and wheeled design that can be moved around easily. Lauren Fischer, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2024 The upper is water-resistant and quick-drying, so they can be worn for hours without feeling soaked. Jessica Booth, Parents, 3 May 2024 Each armrest is made from sustainable and naturally water-resistant acacia wood and the base of the sectional is made from all-weather rattan that can withstand everything from the harsh sun to the rain. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2024 This Highland Dunes chaise already comes with a water-resistant cushion and a water- and rot-resistant wooden base that adjusts to six different reclining positions. Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 28 Apr. 2024 It's made with water-resistant neoprene material and features a removable air mesh zip-top pouch. Claire Peltier, ABC News, 26 Apr. 2024 The silicone is also water-resistant to protect from spills out of boiling pots. Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024

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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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Cite this Entry

“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-resistant. Accessed 17 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

water-resistant

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

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