all-weather

[awl-weth-er]

adjective

1. designed to operate or be usable in any type of weather.

   an all-weather coat; an all-weather shelter.

2. capable of resisting damage from exposure to any climatic conditions; weatherproof.

   an all-weather paint.

3. in or including all types of weather.

   years of all-weather experience in the Arctic.

all-weather

adjective

1. denoting a track, course, or pitch for athletic events or horse racing, made from material which is suitable for use in all weather conditions

noun

1. Also: allweather. an all-weather track or pitch

Word History and Origins

Origin of all-weather¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

Canoga Park is set to get a new grass field, new scoreboard and new all-weather track next year.

From Los Angeles Times

But it has refused to do so, largely because Russia is an "all-weather" ally and giving into pressure doesn't suit Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strongman image.

From BBC

India also sees Russia as its "all-weather" ally.

From BBC

The stadium has new bleachers, press box, concession stands, scoreboard, all-weather track and grass field.

From Los Angeles Times

The complex would house a covered 10,000-seat stadium for indoor sports, changing rooms, rugby and football pitches, and all-weather tennis courts.

From BBC