Definition

The process or treatment that makes a material resistant to water, preventing it from getting wet or damaged.

Example

The waterproofing of the roof helped to keep the house dry during the heavy rain.

Conversation

I just bought a jacket with great waterproofing for the rainy season.

That sounds perfect! I hate getting wet while walking to work.

Yeah, it really makes a difference during downpours.

I need to look into getting something with waterproofing too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

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

Example

They are waterproofing the roof to prevent leaks during the rainy season.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new waterproofing technique for tents?

Yeah, I read it makes them last much longer in the rain.

I think I might try waterproofing my old one before camping next month.

Root Explanation

Waterproofing → It is formed from "water" (from Old English *wæter*, meaning the liquid that falls as rain or is found in rivers and lakes) and "proofing" (from Old French *prover*, meaning to test or to prove). The word "waterproofing" means the process of making something resistant to water or able to withstand water exposure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'water' as the liquid that needs to be kept out, and 'proofing' as the act of testing or ensuring something is safe from it. This helps you remember that waterproofing means making something safe from water.

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