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waterproofed

/ˈwɔː.tər.pruːft/

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adjective

/ˈwɔː.tər.pruːft/B2formaltechnical
  • ruОписывает объект, который был обработан или сделан непроницаемым для воды.

Describes an object that has been treated or made to be impervious to water.

  1. Impermeable to waterB1formal

    Treated or coated to prevent water from passing through.

    ruВодонепроницаемый

    • The jacket is fully waterproofed for hiking in the rain.
    • They waterproofed the basement walls to prevent flooding.
    • The tent was waterproofed with a special sealant.

    Synonymsimpermeableproofedrainproofsealedwaterproofwatertight

    Antonymsabsorbentpermeable

Forms
  • more waterproofed comparative form
  • most waterproofed superlative form

verb

waterproof/ˈwɔː.tər.pruːf/B2formal
  • ruГлагол, означающий сделать что-либо устойчивым к проникновению воды, обычно путём нанесения покрытия или обработки.

A verb meaning to make something resistant to water penetration, typically by applying a coating or treatment.

  1. Make watertightB2formal

    To treat or coat a material so that it becomes resistant to water penetration.

    ruСделать водонепроницаемым

    • They waterproofed the basement walls to prevent flooding.
    • You should waterproof your boots before hiking in the rain.
    • The company specializes in waterproofing outdoor gear.

    Synonymscaulksealweatherproof

Forms
  • waterproofed past participle
  • waterproofed past simple
  • waterproofing present participle
  • waterproofs third person singular