water-repellent
adjective
wa·ter-re·pel·lent
ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈpe-lənt 
ˌwä-,
-tə-ri-
: treated with a finish that is resistant but not impervious to penetration by water
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The two-way stretch fabric is water-repellent and slightly ribbed, with a lightweight feel that’s perfect for summer (or sweating in a dance studio, presumably).
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Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 30 May 2025
The kid's version is a 2.5-layer shell with a non-fluorinated (read: PFAS-free) durable water-repellent (DWR) coating, taped seams, and an adjustable hood.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 16 May 2025
The minimalist skirt is made from quick-dry, water-repellent fabric and comes equipped with stash pockets and drawstings at the waist and side seams.
—Kelly Klein, Outside Online, 15 May 2025
It’s made from an army duck cotton canvas and a water-repellent, mold and UV-resistant finish, perfect for long camping trips.
—Christopher Murray
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Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 30 May 2025
The kid's version is a 2.5-layer shell with a non-fluorinated (read: PFAS-free) durable water-repellent (DWR) coating, taped seams, and an adjustable hood.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 16 May 2025
The minimalist skirt is made from quick-dry, water-repellent fabric and comes equipped with stash pockets and drawstings at the waist and side seams.
—Kelly Klein, Outside Online, 15 May 2025
It’s made from an army duck cotton canvas and a water-repellent, mold and UV-resistant finish, perfect for long camping trips.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 10 May 2025
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“Water-repellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-repellent. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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