repellent

US /rɪˈpel.ənt/
UK /rɪˈpel.ənt/
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驱虫剂, 防水剂

a substance that deters insects or other pests from approaching or settling

:
She sprayed insect repellent on her arms before going into the woods.
她进树林前在手臂上喷了驱虫剂。
The new fabric is water repellent.
这种新面料是防水的。
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防水的, 令人厌恶的

able to repel a particular substance; not susceptible to it

:
The coat is made of a water-repellent material.
这件外套是由防水材料制成的。
His arrogant attitude was deeply repellent to her.
他傲慢的态度让她深感厌恶。