- present participle of waterproof.
waterproofing
Americannoun
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a substance by which something is made waterproof.
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the act or process of making something waterproof.
Etymology
Origin of waterproofing
First recorded in 1835–45; waterproof + -ing 1
Example Sentences
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That part—putting the waterproofing on the pool—may not hurt.
From Slate ● Jun. 4, 2026
The combination will bring together QXO’s leading positions in roofing, waterproofing, lumber-related building materials, and associated products with TopBuild’s insulation capabilities.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 20, 2026
Seabirds are especially at risk because oil destroyed the waterproofing of their feathers, leading to hypothermia and drowning.
From Barron's ● Mar. 17, 2026
To answer those questions, the research team examined previously unstudied materials recovered with the vessel, including cordage and waterproofing caulk.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 16, 2026
In succeeding sections enough examples of each method are given to indicate current practice; no attempt has been made to catalog all the waterproofing substances and systems being promoted—there are too many of them.
From Concrete Construction Methods and Costs by Gillette, Halbert Powers
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