Waterproofings

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A method or material used to make something impervious to water
2. Providing a protective barrier against moisture penetration in various structures or products
3. The practice of applying coatings or treatments to prevent water damage in items like clothing or electronics

Etymology: "Waterproofings" is simply the plural of "waterproofing," the noun for the act or material of making something resistant to water. Its history lies in the base word, which is a compound of "water" and "proof," with "-ing" added to turn it into a noun. "Proof" here carries its older sense of "impenetrable" or "resistant to," as in "bulletproof" or "fireproof," so the whole word describes something that keeps water out.

Synonyms: sealants, coatings, barriers, protective layers, water repellent treatments

Antonyms: permeable coatings, non-waterproofings