Rainproof: meaning, definitions and examples
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rainproof
[ ˈreɪnˌpruːf ]
clothing
Resistant to rain or able to protect against rain.
Synonyms
rain-resistant, waterproof, weatherproof
Examples of usage
- This rainproof jacket will keep you dry in the storm.
- Make sure to wear rainproof boots when walking in the rain.
materials
Designed to prevent water from penetrating or damaging something.
Synonyms
hydrophobic, water repellent, water-resistant
Examples of usage
- The rainproof coating on the tent kept us dry during the downpour.
- The umbrella is made of rainproof fabric that repels water effectively.
Translations
Translations of the word "rainproof" in other languages:
🇵🇹 à prova de chuva
🇮🇳 वर्षा प्रतिरोधी
🇩🇪 regenfest
🇮🇩 tahan hujan
🇺🇦 дощенепроникний
🇵🇱 odporny na deszcz
🇯🇵 雨に強い
🇫🇷 imperméable à la pluie
🇪🇸 a prueba de lluvia
🇹🇷 yağmura dayanıklı
🇰🇷 방수
🇸🇦 مقاوم للمطر
🇨🇿 odolný proti dešti
🇸🇰 odolný voči dažďu
🇨🇳 防雨
🇸🇮 odporen proti dežju
🇮🇸 regnþolið
🇰🇿 жаңбыр өткізбейтін
🇬🇪 წვიმის გამძლე
🇦🇿 yağışa davamlı
🇲🇽 a prueba de lluvia
Word origin
The term 'rainproof' originated from the combination of 'rain' and 'proof', indicating the ability to withstand or repel water. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century, coinciding with the industrial revolution and the development of waterproof materials and clothing. Over time, the concept of rainproofing has become essential in various industries, including outdoor gear, construction, and agriculture, to protect against the damaging effects of rain.
See also: rain, raincoat, rainfall, rainforest, rainstorm, rainy.