windproof

American

[wind-proof] / ˈwɪndˌpruf /

adjective

resisting wind, as fabric or a jacket or coat.

Etymology

Origin of windproof

First recorded in 1610–20; wind ¹ + -proof

Example Sentences

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A recent Thursday gathering persuaded Girouard to abandon the launch of a windproof soft-shell jacket.

From The Wall Street Journal

She urged the council to take immediate action to make the building watertight and windproof.

From BBC

Mr Bowry was working on a waterproof and windproof cube for a stage production when he fell through the structure and landed 10 metres below.

From BBC

Made entirely with recycled fabric, this lightweight, compressible jacket is water- and windproof.

From Washington Post

It is proper performance wear built with moisture-wicking, antifriction, windproof and water-resistant properties.

From New York Times

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