waterproofing
noun
wa·ter·proof·ing
ˈwȯ-tər-ˌprü-fiŋ 
ˈwä-
1
a
: the act or process of making something waterproof
b
: the condition of being made waterproof
2
: something (such as a coating) capable of imparting waterproofness
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However, breathability comes at the cost of waterproofing, and vice versa.
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Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2024
Plus, the battery life—everybody loves better battery life—and waterproofing is appreciated for everyday usage in different places.
—Steven Aquino, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Image: Insta360 The Ace Pro 2’s waterproofing has been extended to 39 feet — six feet deeper than the original — or 197 feet when used with an optional Dive Case accessory.
—Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 22 Oct. 2024
The Whisper Rain Shell’s waterproofing kept SELF’s tester dry on drizzly rainy days, and its sealed seams helped block out both water and wind.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 2 Oct. 2024
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Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2024
Plus, the battery life—everybody loves better battery life—and waterproofing is appreciated for everyday usage in different places.
—Steven Aquino, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Image: Insta360 The Ace Pro 2’s waterproofing has been extended to 39 feet — six feet deeper than the original — or 197 feet when used with an optional Dive Case accessory.
—Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 22 Oct. 2024
The Whisper Rain Shell’s waterproofing kept SELF’s tester dry on drizzly rainy days, and its sealed seams helped block out both water and wind.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Waterproofing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waterproofing. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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