Waterproof Definition

wôtər-pro͝of, wŏtər-
waterproofed, waterproofing, waterproofs
adjective
Impervious to or unaffected by water.
American Heritage
That keeps out water completely; esp., treated with rubber, plastic, etc. so that water will not penetrate.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
noun
waterproofs
Waterproof material.
Webster's New World
A raincoat or other outer garment of waterproof material.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
verb
waterproofed, waterproofing, waterproofs
To make waterproof.
Webster's New World

Origin of Waterproof

  • water +"Ž -proof

    From Wiktionary

Waterproof Sentence Examples

  • Should the walls or floor be damp, waterproof paper is added.

  • She pulled out waterproof ankle boots and her thick, lamb's wool-lined coat then quickly gathered her toiletries and packed an overnight bag.

  • Katie chose a pair of wool-lined clogs, shower sandals, and waterproof ankle boots.

  • The ordinary macintosh or waterproof cloth is prepared by spreading on the textile fabric layer after layer of indiarubber paste or solution made with benzol or coal-naphtha.

  • Cashmere, baize, waterproof ponchos of fine wool and silk, and many other fabrics are made by the Indians of the Andean departments.

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