rain·proof

[reyn-proof]
adjective
1.
impervious to rain; keeping out or unaffected by rain: a rainproof cover; a rainproof coat.
verb (used with object)
2.
to make rainproof.

Origin:
1825–35; rain + -proof

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rainproof (ˈreɪnˌpruːf) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
1.  Also: raintight (of garments, materials, buildings, etc) impermeable to rainwater
 
vb
2.  (tr) to make rainproof

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Example sentences
Designed to be rainproof, they are ventilated using a thermostatically
  controlled fan.
Install a rainproof bulletin board for announcing garden events and messages to
  keep members up to date and recruit new gardeners.
Unit shall have a factory-built and wired electrical control panel in rainproof
  enclosure.
The cabinet shall be rainproof with the top of the enclosure crowned to prevent
  standing water.
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