| 单词 | waterproof |
| 释义 | waterproof (wɔːtəʳpruːf ) Word forms: waterproofs , waterproofing , waterproofed 1. adjective B2 Something which is waterproof does not let water pass through it. Take waterproof clothing–Orkney weather is unpredictable. Designed to be completely waterproof, the lights are manufactured from heavy duty plastic. Synonyms: watertight, water-resistant, impermeable, water-repellent 2. countable noun [usually plural] Waterproofs are items of clothing which do not let water in. [mainly British] For staying dry you'll want nice lightweight waterproofs to wear over your leathers. Synonyms: raincoat, mac [British, informal], anorak, mackintosh 3. verb [usually passive] If something is waterproofed, it is treated so that water cannot pass through it or damage it. The whole boat has been totally waterproofed. [be VERB-ed] Waterproofed fabric pants are more expensive than plastic pants. [VERB-ed] Collocations: fully waterproof It's got the lot: a four-berth, fully waterproof tent, one double and two single sleeping bags, a double airbed and two foam mats. Times, Sunday Times It's probably going to be water-resistant rather than fully waterproof, but should be fine for the odd poolside splash. Times, Sunday Times With another 40, you get the fully waterproof lobster-claw outer. Times, Sunday Times Uncompromising quality - full stainless steel case and bracelet, 5mm sapphire crystal glass, fully waterproof crown, pushers and bezel, split and elapsed timing chronograph, luminous hands, hour points and date. Times, Sunday Times This polyester pair are showerproof but most race jockeys also keep a fully waterproof set in case it tips down. Times, Sunday Times If you are caught in a downpour without an umbrella or waterproof clothing, try to find a pine tree for shelter. Times,Sunday Times Attention then turns to a slippery substance used in the manufacture of waterproof clothing. The Sun Walking boots and waterproof clothing recommended. Times, Sunday Times They didn't even have waterproof clothing, and navigated using charts. The Sun Tools and protective equipment including gloves will be provided, but participants should bring warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy footwear and a packed lunch. Times, Sunday Times Or his official club tracksuit, polo shirt, waterproof coat, wristbands. The Sun Constable put on a full-length waterproof coat with special flaps for his ears and wellington boots. Times,Sunday Times Why hasn't he called for a waterproof coat? The Sun Like the wax on a waterproof coat, this will keep the stone surface dry, preventing staining algae from getting a toehold. Times, Sunday Times In any case, it's nothing that a good waterproof coat and some wellingtons or walking boots can't handle. Times, Sunday Times Keeping the structure watertight will involve putting a waterproof layer around the structure. Times, Sunday Times A waterproof layer means rain cannot get in, leaving riders comfortable to concentrate on avoiding those falling leaves. Times, Sunday Times Next, the outside was coated, and the bottle was rotated over the fire to smooth the bitumen into a waterproof layer. Smithsonian Insider Electron microscope images also showed that the bodies of springtails were covered by streptomyces spores which adhere to the waterproof layer of wax that coats their bodies. Times,Sunday Times You can see and control the screens through the waterproof layer, dashing off emails and tweets, watching videos and even taking selfies as you wash. Times, Sunday Times Translations: Chinese: 防水的 Japanese: 防水の |
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