Definition

Something that is designed to keep out water and protect against rain.

Example

I bought a rainproof jacket to stay dry during the storm.

Conversation

Did you buy that jacket I told you about?

Yes, it's great! It's completely rainproof too.

That's awesome! I hate getting soaked in the rain.

Same here! Now I can stay dry no matter the weather.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make something resistant to rain or water, so that it does not get wet.

Example

The company claims that their new jacket is designed to rainproof even in heavy storms.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you remember to rainproof your jacket before the trip?

Yeah, I did! I don't want to get soaked again.

Good thinking! I should probably rainproof my shoes too.

Root Explanation

Rainproof → It is formed from "rain" (from Old English *regn*, meaning water droplets falling from the sky) and "proof" (from Old English *prōf*, meaning resistant or tested). The word "rainproof" means resistant to rain or able to withstand rain without being penetrated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rain' as water falling from the sky and 'proof' as being resistant. This helps you remember that 'rainproof' means something that can withstand rain.

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