Definition of "watertightness" [watertightness]

• The condition of being watertight (noun)

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• "In order to meet product requirements such as watertightness and resistance to corrosion and extreme temperatures, liquid silicone was chosen for the pump geometry and seals."
• "Governors are far more used to being slightly out of control, and living with it, than Senators, whose campaigns, staffs, and messages are built around watertightness, instead of true seaworthiness."
• "All imperfect rivets were cut out and replaced and the watertightness of the shell was tested by filling the gate leaves with water."