Water-resistant

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    That slows the penetration of water (but is not necessarily fully watertight).

    "Near-synonyms: waterproof, water-repellent"

Adjective
  1. 1
    hindering the penetration of water wordnet

Synonyms

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water-repellentwater-repellentwaterproof

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"Teakwood naturally contains a highly water-resistant oil that protects the wood from insect attack and prevents rotting."

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