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1. repellent

adjective. ['rɪˈpɛlənt'] incapable of absorbing or mixing with.

Etymology

  • repellens (Latin)

Rhymes with Repellent

  • propellant

2. water-repellent

adjective. ['ˈwɔtɝrɪˈpɛlənt'] hindering the penetration of water.

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3. repellent

adjective. ['rɪˈpɛlənt'] serving or tending to repel.

Etymology

  • repellens (Latin)

5. repellent

noun. ['rɪˈpɛlənt'] a compound with which fabrics are treated to repel water.

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  • repellens (Latin)

6. repellent

noun. ['rɪˈpɛlənt'] the power to repel.

Etymology

  • repellens (Latin)