water-resistant
adjective
wa·ter-re·sis·tant
ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈzi-stənt 
ˌwä-,
-tə-ri-
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During the worst downpour of the trip, these water-resistant pants kept my legs completely dry underneath.
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Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
However, a few extra bits of kit made the experience that much safer: Namely, a good knife and an accurate, water-resistant wristwatch.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
This clear sunscreen stick contains SPF 60 sun protection that’s water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
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Products advertised as nonstick, stain-resistant, long-lasting, or water-resistant are often associated with PFAS presence.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 28 July 2025
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Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
However, a few extra bits of kit made the experience that much safer: Namely, a good knife and an accurate, water-resistant wristwatch.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
This clear sunscreen stick contains SPF 60 sun protection that’s water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
—Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 28 July 2025
Products advertised as nonstick, stain-resistant, long-lasting, or water-resistant are often associated with PFAS presence.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 28 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for water-resistant
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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-resistant. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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