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Waterproof

usgb/ˈwɔːtərpruːf/Volume
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Weather ProtectionPlay
Use 'waterproof' to describe items that protect against rain or water. SlideShe bought a waterproof camera for her beach vacation.
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Not SubmersiblePlay
'Waterproof' implies protection from surface water, but often not when fully submerged. SlideHis watch is waterproof, but he shouldn't go diving with it.
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Misleading ContextPlay
Sometimes products are labeled 'waterproof' for marketing, so check their actual capabilities. SlideThis 'waterproof' phone case failed when I swam with it.
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