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repellent

/ɹəˈpɛlənt/

noun

Meaning

  • Someone who repels.

  • A substance used to repel insects, other pests, or dangerous animals.

  • A substance or treatment for a fabric etc to make it impervious to something.

adjective

Meaning

  • Tending or able to repel; driving back.

  • Repulsive, inspiring aversion.

  • Resistant or impervious to something.