water-resistant

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The process resembles natural strategies seen in diving bell spiders, which carry air bubbles underwater, and in fire ants, which form floating rafts using their water-resistant bodies.

From Science Daily

At less than 10 ounces, it’s water-resistant and offers a wide field of vision for getting a close look at anything you come across.

From Salon

Beavers were hunted to extinction in Britain 400 years ago for their meat, furry water-resistant pelts and a substance they secrete called castoreum - used in food, medicine and perfume.

From BBC

Hill stripped four of those inherited chairs down to their frames and rewove them with water-resistant macramé in bright colors like lime and magenta.

From New York Times

It’s made from breathable, water-resistant fabric and has ventilation zippers to keep you cool.

From Los Angeles Times