weatherproof

adjective

weath·​er·​proof ˈwe-t͟hər-ˌprüf How to pronounce weatherproof (audio)
Synonyms of weatherproofnext
: able to withstand exposure to weather without damage or loss of function
weatherproof transitive verb
weatherproofness noun

Examples of weatherproof in a Sentence

The material is weatherproof and will not rot from moisture.
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Turn your backyard into a playground for all ages with these weatherproof cornhole boards. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026 For something a bit more elevated, Jack Rose is a whiskey lover’s dream, with a weatherproof rooftop terrace, to boot. — Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026 The best weatherproof travel umbrellas will also be resistant to UV rays. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026 This roll-top’s weatherproof shell protects layers, snacks, and electronics from drizzle, dust, and gusts, while the expandable top allows extra space for a camera or fleece. — Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for weatherproof

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1620, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of weatherproof was circa 1620

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weatherproof

adjective
weath·​er·​proof ˌwet͟h-ər-ˈprüf How to pronounce weatherproof (audio)
: able to stand up under exposure to weather
weatherproof verb

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