Watertight Definition & Meaning

watertight
adjective
  1. not allowing water to pass in or out
  2. without flaws or loopholes; "an ironclad contract"; "a watertight alibi"; "a bulletproof argument"

"Watertight" in song lyrics

See how watertight is used in real songs:

  • "interlux watertight"
    AOL — AOL
  • "zinser watertight"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "watertight"

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