Waterproof: adj. (word coming from estanche “which no longer bleeds” estanch(i)er → quench)
The word "watertight" has two meanings:
I. Adjective: Which does not allow fluids to pass, does not leak.
A waterproof barrel.
Waterproof plastic box.
Waterproof container (hermetic).
Waterproof roof (waterproof).
Waterproof watch (waterproof - Anglicism).
Ship, watertight craft, which has a tightly joined hull, not making water.
Watertight compartments.
Bulkhead watertight, pressure resistant ...
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