showerproof
adjectiveUK /ˈʃaʊəpruːf/
US /ˈʃaʊərpruːf/
Something showerproof keeps light rain off you for a little while.
She wore a showerproof jacket on her walk to school.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Able to keep out brief, light rain but not heavy or lasting rain.
The tent is showerproof, so it is fine for a quick sprinkle but not a storm.
3. Treated with a coating that makes water bead up and roll off.
The showerproof fabric made the raindrops slide right off.
4. To make an item resistant to light rain.
They showerproof the bags before shipping them to the store.
5. Suitable for short trips outdoors when rain might come and go.
Pack a showerproof layer for the hike in case of passing showers.