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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Shop everyday sneakers like this Dr. Scholl’s leather style that's water-repellent, or opt for a more athletic style with these On Cloudmonster sneakers, which are on sale for $127.
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Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2024
The Small Vera Tote is crafted from the brand's Performance Twill, a high-quality, water-repellent fabric.
—Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 17 July 2024
The luxe stroller, made of blue and beige water-repellent technical canvas stamped with the iconic Dior Oblique motif, is part of Dior’s Baby Dior collection.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 17 July 2024
And thanks to the rust-resistant pole and water-repellent canopy, the umbrella is guaranteed to last season after season.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2024
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Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2024
The Small Vera Tote is crafted from the brand's Performance Twill, a high-quality, water-repellent fabric.
—Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 17 July 2024
The luxe stroller, made of blue and beige water-repellent technical canvas stamped with the iconic Dior Oblique motif, is part of Dior’s Baby Dior collection.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 17 July 2024
And thanks to the rust-resistant pole and water-repellent canopy, the umbrella is guaranteed to last season after season.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2024
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“Water-repellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-repellent. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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