as in leakproof
made of or treated with material that does not allow water to penetrate
luckily, my backpack is waterproof, so my clothes didn't get wet
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as in slicker
a coat made of water-resistant material
remember your waterproof if you're walking around London in the winter
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Recent Examples of waterproof
Greta Cross, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
As with Insta360's other X models, the X4 Air gets a display on one side, a 1/4-inch mounting point at the bottom, and a waterproof build that's good for depths of 49 ft (15 m).
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025
The American team could certainly have done without the aggravation of running to the pro shop to buy alternative waterproofs in 2010 because they were getting soaked in their official gear.
—Don Riddell, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Confectioner's glaze, also known as shellac, can be made from lac-resin — a waxy, waterproof coating that the female lac bug produces for protection.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
As with Insta360's other X models, the X4 Air gets a display on one side, a 1/4-inch mounting point at the bottom, and a waterproof build that's good for depths of 49 ft (15 m).
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
Opt for something like these waterproof (and fireproof) document bags or plastic bins designed to keep water out.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025
The American team could certainly have done without the aggravation of running to the pro shop to buy alternative waterproofs in 2010 because they were getting soaked in their official gear.
—Don Riddell, CNN Money, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waterproof
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To stay hydrated on your travels, score a leakproof CamelBak Thrive Mug for just $28.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Shoppers who’ve awarded the containers a perfect rating appreciate that the fridge staples are leakproof and microwave- and dishwasher-safe.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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During the Waleses' trip to Canada in October 1991, Diana made time between touring an AIDS hospice and a women's shelter to join William, 9, and Harry, 7, on a visit to Niagara Falls, where the trio donned rain slickers for a wet and wild voyage on the Maid of the Mist.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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The European far right is skillfully seizing the moment, promising an agricultural overhaul and a chance to stick it to the city slickers.—
Emily Rauhala,
Washington Post,
11 Apr. 2024
Adjective
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That experience, along with his father’s staunch opposition to the removals, helped form Kennedy’s powerful belief in the equality of all people and the importance of preserving and protecting individual rights.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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The staunchest deflationist could deflate no longer.—
James Somers,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Chanel wore Coraline's iconic yellow raincoat and yellow rainboots, posing with her arms crossed.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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This will protect kids’ spare raincoats and other outdoorsy items from too much moisture and humidity. 20.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 Oct. 2025
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Below are the three most salient lessons from the depths of the speculative fiction trenches.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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From flattering faux leather pants and wide-leg jeans to a chic trench and the ultimate fall overcoat, here are the European styles to shop this season—starting at $15 at Amazon.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Mary Jane eventually found her muck boots and an oilskin jacket in the back of the hallway closet.—
Kate Walbert,
The New Yorker,
29 Nov. 2021
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The jean were presented alongside a collection of classic workwear with Japanese vintage details, and oilskin coat inspired by one of creative director Maria Heilmann’s vintage pieces, and handknitted pieces crafted from undyed llama.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Sep. 2019
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“Waterproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waterproof. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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