water-resistant

adjective

wa·​ter-re·​sis·​tant ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈzi-stənt How to pronounce water-resistant (audio)
ˌwä-,
-tə-ri-

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The water-resistant exterior is built to withstand all the elements while the cozy lining will keep your hands warm and dry while pushing your stroller. Laura Lu, Parents, 22 May 2025 Made of faux leather, the fabric is high-quality, water-resistant, and cruelty-free. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 22 May 2025 The antioxidant-rich formula is water-resistant and now available in six new shades, including a translucent option. Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025 Beats Pill Deals The new Beats Pill is compact, water-resistant, and actually loud enough to hold its own at a backyard hang or beach day. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for water-resistant

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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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-resistant. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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water-resistant

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

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