waterproof

• Describe un objeto que está diseñado para resistir la penetración del agua.

Describes an object that is designed to resist the penetration of water.

1. Resistant to waterB1formal

   Designed to prevent water from passing through or entering.

   Resistente al agua

   • This jacket is completely waterproof, so you can wear it in heavy rain.
   • The watch is waterproof up to 50 meters.
   • They used a waterproof coating on the wooden deck.

   Sinónimosimpermeableimperviousrainproofsealedwatertight

   Antónimosabsorbentleakypermeableporouswaterlogged

• Sustantivo que designa una tela o material impermeable al agua, o una prenda, como un abrigo o impermeable, confeccionada con dicho material resistente al agua.

A noun referring to a fabric or material that is impervious to water, or a coat made from such a material that is resistant to water.

1. Waterproof fabricB1formal

   Any material or fabric that is designed to resist the penetration of water.

   tejido impermeable

   • The tent is made of a durable waterproof.
   • They used a special waterproof for the outdoor cushions.
   • This jacket is constructed from a high-quality waterproof.

   Sinónimosmacintoshmackintoshoilskintarpaulin

2. Water-resistant coatA2informal

   A coat or outer garment made from material that prevents water from soaking through.

   Impermeable

   • She wore a bright yellow waterproof in the rain.
   • Don't forget to bring your waterproof; it's going to pour.
   • He bought a new waterproof for his hiking trip.

   Sinónimoscagoulemackintoshoilskinraincoatslicker

• Verbo que significa hacer algo resistente a la penetración del agua, generalmente aplicando un recubrimiento o tratamiento.

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.

   Impermeabilizar

   • 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.

   Sinónimoscaulksealweatherproof