单词	waterproofed
释义	waterproofwa‧ter‧proof1 /ˈwɔːtəpruːf $ ˈwɒːtər-, ˈwɑː-/ adjective Examples EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES a waterproof tent a waterproof watch A warm, waterproof jacket is the first thing you need for mountain walking. The Gore-tex fabric manages to be completely waterproof, and yet allows body moisture to escape. Thesaurus Longman Language Activatorsomething that does not let water pass through it► waterproof something such as a container or material that is waterproof does not let water pass through it: · A warm, waterproof jacket is the first thing you need for mountain walking.· The Gore-tex fabric manages to be completely waterproof, and yet allows body moisture to escape.· a waterproof watch ► watertight something such as a box or roof that is watertight does not let water pass through it so that what is inside does not get wet: · The cameras had been stored in watertight containers.· Most wooden ships were watertight in harbour, but they all leaked when they got out to sea. Collocations COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY► make ... waterproof  Rub the wax in to make the shoe waterproof. COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES► waterproof clothing · Always take a map, a compass, and waterproof clothing. ► a waterproof coat · I took my walking boots and a waterproof coat. COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSNOUN► jacket · It also weighs in as the most comfortable waterproof jacket I've worn.· Finally, I think I detected a lengthening of some waterproof jackets - fashion or function?· In the past, this was countered with cotton Ventile jackets and waterproof jackets.· Turn to page 31 to find out how you could win a fantastic Phoenix tent, waterproof jacket, or fleece jacket.· Clive had insisted she wear it, together with a waterproof jacket, on the flight over.· Always take at least one heavy, woollen pullover with you, and a warm waterproof jacket.· Many of the waterproof jackets that are designed for both town and country use are inevitably compromises. not allowing water to enter:  a waterproof jacket waterproof adhesive Rub the wax in to make the shoe waterproof.—waterproof verb [transitive]:  Plastic sheeting was used to waterproof the shed.—waterproofed adjective [only before noun]:  a waterproofed sack
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