waterproof
водонепроницаемый
not letting water through
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waterproof belongs to the topic "Clothing and Footwear". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
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More formal/technical: does not allow water or other substances to pass through.
They used an impermeable membrane under the floor.
Means it resists water to some degree (e.g., light rain or splashes) but is not fully waterproof.
This watch is water-resistant up to 50 meters.
Usually describes a treated surface that makes water bead and run off; not necessarily fully waterproof.
The jacket is water-repellent, so water beads on the surface.
Means resistant to light rain or showers but not heavy, prolonged exposure.
This jacket is showerproof — fine in light rain but not in a storm.
Means closed or fastened to prevent leaks; can refer to being airtight or watertight.
Keep the bag sealed to prevent leaks.
Specifically protects against rain; not necessarily waterproof in all conditions.
These shoes are rainproof for walking in wet weather.
Refers to a surface treated with a protective layer; that coating may give water protection but not always.
The fabric is coated with a thin layer of polyurethane.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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waterproof meaning: what does it mean?
not letting water through
waterproof pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
waterproof is pronounced as /ˈwɔːtəpruːf/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
waterproof definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
I bought a waterproof cover for my phone. Translation: Я купил чехол с пометкой 'водонепроницаемый' для телефона.
Is waterproof part of Clothing for Weather vocabulary?
Yes, waterproof (водонепроницаемый) can be learned in the Clothing for Weather topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is waterproof part of Colors and Materials vocabulary?
Yes, waterproof (водонепроницаемый) can be learned in the Colors and Materials topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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