Gore-Tex

American

[gawr-teks, gohr-] / ˈgɔrˌtɛks, ˈgoʊr- /

Trademark.

a brand of breathable, water-repellent fabric laminate used on clothing, shoes, etc.

Gore-Tex British

/ ˈɡɔːˌtɛks /

noun

a type of synthetic fabric which is waterproof yet allows the wearer's skin to breathe; used for sportswear

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They’d say they hoped the storm would pass them, but the truth was that they wanted to be right in the middle of it with their Gore-Tex gear, leaning into the wind, dodging debris, telling everyone how dangerous it was.

From Literature

Richard Krupp wasn’t in his Gore-Tex yet, but Chase was certain he would be before long.

From Literature

Bits of flying debris slammed into their Gore-Tex rain suits like shotgun pellets.

From Literature

In 1998, it debuted its Alpha SV jacket made with waterproof and lightweight Gore-Tex material.

From The Wall Street Journal

You’ll want to pack Gore-Tex for both destinations.

From Seattle Times

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