- 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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At 443 Greenwich, the offering plan called for a brand new “green roof” with multiple layers of waterproofing, but condo owners alleged that the roof actually installed was a cheaper version.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
That part—putting the waterproofing on the pool—may not hurt.
From Slate ● Jun. 4, 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
Powered by a battery, with Wi-Fi data transfer and waterproofing, the sensor can work outdoors for over a month, allowing for extended data collection.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 26, 2024
Hydrolithic Coating.—This waterproofing is a dry mortar composed by mixing a cementing compound with sand, and sold dry in sacks containing 96 lbs. each.
From Concrete Construction Methods and Costs by Gillette, Halbert Powers
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