water-resistant
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/ˈwɔːtər rɪˈzɪstənt/
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/ˈwɔːtə rɪˈzɪstənt/
resists water
Etymology
Etymology Information
'water-resistant' originates from the combination of 'water' and 'resistant', where 'resistant' comes from Latin 'resistere', meaning 'to withstand'.
Historical Evolution
'resistere' transformed into the Old French word 'resister', and eventually became the modern English word 'resist'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'resistant' meant 'to withstand or oppose', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
able to resist the penetration of water to some degree but not entirely waterproof.
The watch is water-resistant up to 50 meters.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41