waterproof

noun
UK: /ˈwɔːtəpruːf/
US: /ˈwɔːtər प्रूफ/

  1. Something that doesn't let water through.

    1. I need a waterproof jacket for the rain
    2. This new waterproof coating should protect the wood from water damage

Synonyms

watertight water-resistant impermeable
waterproof verb

  1. To make something resistant to water.

    1. I waterproofed my boots before the hike
    2. They waterproofed the tent seams to ensure no leaks during the camping trip
waterproof adjective

  1. Not allowing water to pass through.

    1. I have a waterproof phone case
    2. A waterproof watch is essential for swimming and other water sports

  2. Protected against damage by water.

    1. The camera is waterproof to 10 meters
    2. The bag's waterproof design ensures the contents stay dry in wet conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "waterproof" is /ˈwɔːtəpruːf/ in British English and /ˈwɔːtər प्रूफ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "waterproof": watertight, water-resistant, impermeable.

Example usage of "waterproof": "I need a waterproof jacket for the rain". More examples on the page.