WATERPROOF


Meaning of WATERPROOF in English

I. adjective

COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES

a waterproof coat

I took my walking boots and a waterproof coat.

waterproof clothing

Always take a map, a compass, and waterproof clothing.

COLLOCATIONS FROM CORPUS

■ NOUN

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.

EXAMPLES FROM OTHER ENTRIES

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.

II. noun

EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS

As a waterproof it was next to useless.

She began to reproach her husband for his carelessness: Why did he insist on going out without his waterproof ?

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