watertight
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Adj — Sealed so tightly that water cannot get in or out.
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Etymology
A compound of "water" and "tight," originally describing containers or ships sealed against leaks.
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What does “watertight” mean?
The word “watertight” means sealed so tightly that water cannot get in or out. In plain terms, sealed perfectly against water, or (for an argument or plan) impossible to pick apart.
How do you pronounce “watertight”?
“Watertight” is pronounced WAW-tuh-tyt (/ˈwɔː.tə.taɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “watertight” in a sentence?
Here is “watertight” used in a sentence: “The submarine's hull has to be completely watertight.”
What part of speech is “watertight”?
“Watertight” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “watertight” have?
“Watertight” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: sealed so tightly that water cannot get in or out.