windproof

[ wind-proof ]

adjective

1. resisting wind, as fabric or a jacket or coat.

Word History and Origins

Origin of windproof¹

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

Example Sentences

Constructed with waterproof and windproof three-layer Gore-Tex fabric and fully taped seams, they provide superb protection from formidable conditions but are still remarkably airy.

From Outside Online

Jack Wolfskin’s JWP combines a classic ­puffer look with a 100 percent recycled polyester fabric and 100 percent recycled synthetic fill, and features a water-resistant, windproof outer and fast-drying, synthetic insulation.

From Outside Online

Anything with a rating of less than one CFM is considered windproof.

From Outside Online

Fabrics that are water- and windproof are typically called hard shells.

From Outside Online

It has two windproof buckles and an elastic cord at the bottom, allowing for a tight and secure fit around the bike that protects it from wind and rain.

From Popular-Science

Kate changed in the airport, into a (windproof) pair of jeans and a cream sweater.

From The Daily Beast

Our clothing in moderate temperatures consisted of thick woollen underclothing and Burberry windproof overalls.

From Project Gutenberg

Outside the mits we wore an outer covering of windproof material, so as not to wear them out too quickly.

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Ail the walls were double and were made of windproof material, with about an inch between for the air to circulate.

From Project Gutenberg

It had been made by our able sailmaker, Rionne, and was of very thin windproof gabardine.

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A modern, up-to-date coop should have a warm, windproof sleeping room and an outside scratching shed.

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