water-resistant

adjective
UK: /ˈwɔːtə rɪˈzɪstənt/
US: /ˈwɔːtər rɪˈzɪstənt/

  1. Able to repel water but not completely waterproof.

    1. This jacket is water-resistant.
    2. I need a water-resistant bag for my laptop when I cycle to work, just in case it rains.

  2. Designed to not be easily harmed or damaged by water.

    1. My phone is water-resistant.
    2. The new model features a water-resistant design, ideal for outdoor adventures.

Synonyms

water-repellent

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "water-resistant" in English means: Able to repel water but not completely waterproof., Designed to not be easily harmed or damaged by water..

The phonetic transcription of "water-resistant" is /ˈwɔːtə rɪˈzɪstənt/ in British English and /ˈwɔːtər rɪˈzɪstənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "water-resistant": water-repellent.

Example usage of "water-resistant": "This jacket is water-resistant.". More examples on the page.