waterproof

• Descreve um objeto projetado para resistir à penetração de água. Pode indicar impermeabilidade total ou apenas boa resistência à água.

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.

   À prova d'água

   • 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.

   Sinônimosimpermeableimperviousrainproofsealedwatertight

   Antônimosabsorbentleakypermeableporouswaterlogged

• Substantivo que designa tecido ou material impermeável à água, ou uma capa ou casaco feito desse material resistente à água.

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.

   Tecido impermeável

   • 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.

   Sinônimosmacintoshmackintoshoilskintarpaulin

2. Water-resistant coatA2informal

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

   Capa de chuva

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscagoulemackintoshoilskinraincoatslicker

• Verbo que significa tornar algo resistente à penetração de água, geralmente aplicando um revestimento ou tratamento.

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.

   Tornar à prova d'água

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscaulksealweatherproof