rainwear

noun rain·wear \ ˈrān-ˌwer \

Definition of rainwear

: waterproof or water-resistant clothing — called also rain gear

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Recent Examples of rainwear from the Web

The twill fabric, for example, is perfect for rainwear and protection from the elements.

— mekita rivas, Teen Vogue, "Designer Tracy Reese Creates "Flint Fit" Collection Using Plastic Bottles From Flint Water Crisis," 6 Apr. 2018
Marmot’s EVODry collection is the evolution of rainwear, garments that out-perform current technology with minimal environment impact.

— sami emory, Outside Online, "Embrace the Rain," 27 Mar. 2018
Comfort and comforting get assists from a belt that expands, snazzy rainwear that fits over anything, a stylish scarf that gives baby something to chew on, and a device that keeps car-riding dogs in the back seat.

— judi dash, latimes.com, "Fashionable, versatile and safe: what every traveler needs," 26 Mar. 2018
At the other end of the spectrum, the paint-by-numbers florals were put to service on sporty nylon rainwear.

— Vogue, "The 10 Best Collections of London Fashion Week," 20 Sep. 2017
Erewoh still sells the basics: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, backpacks, footwear and rainwear, among other things.

— randi shaffer, chicagotribune.com, "Advertisements change, but camping equipment stays basic," 3 Sep. 2017

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