weatherproof

/ˈwɛðərˌpruf/
adjective
  1. Able to withstand exposure to weather (rain, wind, snow, etc.) without being damaged.
    • Make sure the outdoor furniture is weatherproof before leaving it outside all winter.
    • The shed is made of weatherproof materials that won't rot in the rain.
    • We bought a weatherproof jacket for our hiking trip in the mountains.
verb
  1. To make something able to withstand exposure to weather.
    • We need to weatherproof the deck before the rainy season begins.
    • The company specializes in weatherproofing homes against extreme storms.
    • He spent the weekend weatherproofing the windows with new caulk.
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