water-resistant

American  

[waw-ter-ri-zis-tuhnt, wot-er-] / ˈwɔ tər rɪˌzɪs tənt, ˈwɒt ər- /

adjective

1. resisting though not entirely preventing the penetration of water.

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water-resistant British  

adjective

1. (esp of fabrics) designed to resist but not entirely prevent the penetration of water

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Etymology

Origin of water-resistant

First recorded in 1920–25

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Example Sentences

At less than 10 ounces, it’s water-resistant and offers a wide field of vision for getting a close look at anything you come across.

From Salon

Beavers were hunted to extinction in Britain 400 years ago for their meat, furry water-resistant pelts and a substance they secrete called castoreum - used in food, medicine and perfume.

From BBC

Hill stripped four of those inherited chairs down to their frames and rewove them with water-resistant macramé in bright colors like lime and magenta.

From New York Times

It’s made from breathable, water-resistant fabric and has ventilation zippers to keep you cool.

From Los Angeles Times

Most phones nowadays are designed to be water-resistant, which means they can resist water entering critical areas for a certain amount of time.

From Seattle Times