weatherproofness
- noun
- /ˈwɛðərˌprufnəs/
- This jacket has great weatherproofness!
Examples
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The weatherproofness is impressive.
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She chose the jacket for its excellent weatherproofness during winter hikes.
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The weatherproofness of the tent allowed us to stay dry during the heavy rain.
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Manufacturers test the weatherproofness of outdoor equipment before selling it to customers.
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The weatherproofness of the new tent kept us dry during the heavy rainstorm.
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Investing in a jacket with good weatherproofness ensures that you stay comfortable in harsh conditions.
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The product's weatherproofness prevents moisture from damaging the electronic components inside.
Synonyms
Material that protects a building from rain, wind, and sun
A material you put on something to keep water out
Protecting vehicles and equipment from damage by rain, wind, or cold
How well something keeps water out, for example a jacket or tent
How well something stops water from getting in or out
Antonyms
How Weatherproof
Surface Forms
Morphology
weatherproofness = weatherproof (transparent) = weather + proof + ness
The noun is a regular nominalization of the adjective 'weatherproof' using '-ness'; the meaning is directly predictable.
Etymology
The word weatherproofness comes from three parts: weather, meaning 'rain, wind, or snow'; proof, meaning 'resistant to', as in waterproof and bulletproof; and -ness, meaning 'quality'. So weatherproofness is the 'quality' of keeping things dry and safe from bad weather.