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Term: water-repellent

Description:

Water-repellent refers to a substance or material that has the ability to resist or repel the penetration of water to some degree.

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Senses:

1. Resistant to water penetration:

Water-repellent is used to describe a substance or material that has been treated or designed to prevent water from entering or soaking into it.

e.g. The water-repellent fabric of this raincoat keeps me dry even in heavy downpours.

2. Discouraging water absorption:

Water-repellent can also be used to indicate something that deters or inhibits the absorption of water, without completely preventing it.

e.g. The water-repellent spray applied to the shoes helps protect them from getting soaked in light rain.

Usage:

Water-repellent can be applied to various materials, such as fabrics, coatings, sprays, or treatments, to make them resistant to water.

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