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water-repellent
[ waw-ter-ri-pel-uhnt, wot-er- ]
/ ˈwɔ tər rɪˌpɛl ənt, ˈwɒt ər- /
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adjective
having a finish that resists but is not impervious to water.
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Origin of water-repellent
First recorded in 1895–1900
Words nearby water-repellent
waterproofing, water purslane, water rail, water rat, water rate, water-repellent, water-resistant, water rice, water right, Waters, water sapphire
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British Dictionary definitions for water-repellent
water-repellent
adjective
(of fabrics, garments, etc) having a finish that resists the absorption of water
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