weather-resistant
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of weather-resistant
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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They found that the school uniform samples had higher levels than weather-resistant outdoor wear.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2022
It’s also weather-resistant, ensuring you can take it outdoors, and its battery lasts months on a single charge.
From The Verge ● Jul. 12, 2022
String lights are inexpensive and weather-resistant, making them a great option in places that get severe summer storms.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 23, 2022
The cool camo exterior is made from recycled ripstop polyester with a weather-resistant coating to handle any kind of weather.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 17, 2021
The pupa hardens into a weather-resistant package that can lie dormant for weeks or months.
From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman
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