waterproof (Meaning)

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waterproof (n)

any fabric impervious to water

a water-resistant coat

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waterproof (v)

make watertight

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waterproof (s)

not permitting the passage of water

Webster

waterproof (a.)

Proof against penetration or permeation by water; impervious to water; as, a waterproof garment; a waterproof roof.

Webster

waterproof (n.)

A substance or preparation for rendering cloth, leather, etc., impervious to water.

Cloth made waterproof, or any article made of such cloth, or of other waterproof material, as rubber; esp., an outer garment made of such material.

Webster

waterproof (v. t.)

To render impervious to water, as cloth, leather, etc.

waterproof Sentence Examples

  1. The explorer donned his waterproof jacket to brave the torrential downpour.
  2. The hikers carried waterproof backpacks to keep their belongings dry during the rainstorm.
  3. The construction workers applied a waterproof sealant to prevent water seepage into the basement.
  4. The smartphone boasted a waterproof design, allowing it to withstand submersion in water.
  5. The military deployed waterproof tents to shelter soldiers from inclement weather.
  6. The waterproof tarpaulin protected the outdoor furniture from the heavy snowfall.
  7. The waterproof mattress cover kept the bed dry and protected from spills.
  8. The waterproof shoes kept the feet from getting soaked in the wet grass.
  9. The waterproof casing of the camera enabled underwater photography without damage.
  10. The waterproof sealant applied to the roof prevented leaks and protected the building from water damage.

FAQs About the word waterproof

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The explorer donned his waterproof jacket to brave the torrential downpour.

The hikers carried waterproof backpacks to keep their belongings dry during the rainstorm.

The construction workers applied a waterproof sealant to prevent water seepage into the basement.

The smartphone boasted a waterproof design, allowing it to withstand submersion in water.