What does "water-resistant" mean?

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

What is a synonym for "water-resistant"?

Common synonyms include: water-repellent.

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Adjective

1
That slows the penetration of water (but is not necessarily fully watertight).
"Near-synonyms: waterproof, water-repellent"

Adjective

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