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watertight

/ˈwɔː.tər.taɪt/

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adjective

/ˈwɔː.tər.taɪt/B2formaltechnical
  • ruОписывает что-то герметичное, не пропускающее воду; также используется в переносном смысле для описания безупречного аргумента или плана, который невозможно оспорить.

Describes something that is sealed so that water cannot enter or escape; also used figuratively to describe an argument or plan that is flawless and cannot be disputed.

  1. Impermeable to waterB1formal

    Constructed or sealed so that water cannot enter or escape.

    ruВодонепроницаемый

    • The submarine's hull is completely watertight.
    • Make sure the container is watertight before storing the liquid.
    • The new watch has a watertight seal up to 100 meters.

    Synonymsimpermeableleakproofsealedwaterproof

    Antonymsleakypermeableporous

  2. Without flaws or loopholesB2formal

    Describes an argument, plan, or legal case that is perfectly logical and cannot be disproven or avoided.

    ruНеопровержимый

    • The prosecutor presented a watertight case against the defendant.
    • We need a watertight contract to avoid any future disputes.
    • His alibi was watertight, so the police had to release him.

    Synonymsairtightbulletprooffoolproofimpregnableironcladrigoroussoundunassailable

    Antonymsfaultyflawedlooserefutableshakyunsoundvulnerableweak

Forms
  • more watertight comparative form
  • most watertight superlative form
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