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weatherproof

[ ˈwɛðərpruːf ]

Adjective

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clothing

Designed or treated to be resistant to the effects of bad weather, such as rain or wind.

Synonyms

storm-resistant, waterproof, windproof.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
weatherproof	Use this word to describe something that is designed to withstand all types of weather conditions, including rain, wind, and sunlight. The new garden furniture is weatherproof and can be left outside all year round. Make sure to buy a weatherproof jacket for your hiking trip.
waterproof	Use this word to describe something that is completely impervious to water and can be submerged without getting damaged. Her new watch is waterproof, so she wore it while swimming. Make sure your tent is waterproof if you're camping in the rainy season.
windproof	This word is used for items that are specifically designed to block or resist wind. I bought a windproof jacket for cycling in the fall. We set up a windproof barrier around the campsite.
storm-resistant	This term is best used to describe something that can withstand strong storms, including heavy rain, wind, and sometimes hail. The storm-resistant shutters protected the windows during the hurricane. For areas prone to severe weather, storm-resistant construction is essential.

Examples of usage

This weatherproof jacket will keep you dry even in the heaviest rain.
Make sure to wear weatherproof boots when hiking in the mountains.
The tent is weatherproof, so you can camp in any conditions.
Her weatherproof gloves kept her hands warm during the snowstorm.
His weatherproof hat protected him from the strong wind.

Translations

Translations of the word "weatherproof" in other languages:

🇵🇹 à prova de intempéries

🇮🇳 मौसम प्रतिरोधी

🇩🇪 wetterfest

🇮🇩 tahan cuaca

🇺🇦 стійкий до погодних умов

🇵🇱 odporny na warunki atmosferyczne

🇯🇵 耐候性

🇫🇷 résistant aux intempéries

🇪🇸 resistente a la intemperie

🇹🇷 hava koşullarına dayanıklı

🇰🇷 내후성

🇸🇦 مقاوم للأحوال الجوية

🇨🇿 odolný proti povětrnostním vlivům

🇸🇰 odolný voči poveternostným vplyvom

🇨🇳 防风雨

🇸🇮 odporen proti vremenskim vplivom

🇮🇸 veðurþolið

🇰🇿 ауа райына төзімді

🇬🇪 ამინდის გამძლეობა

🇦🇿 hava şəraitinə davamlı

🇲🇽 resistente a la intemperie

Etymology

The term 'weatherproof' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'weather' and 'proof' to signify something that is resistant to weather conditions. As outdoor activities became more popular, the need for weatherproof clothing and equipment grew, leading to the development of specialized materials and treatments to enhance weather resistance.