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Waterproof clothing waterproofs family (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

sealskin

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'waterproof clothing' is the definition.
'sealskin' can be an answer for 'clothing' (sealskin is a kind of clothing). I'm unsure of the 'waterproof' bit.

'waterproofs family' is the wordplay.
'waterproofs' becomes 'seals' (I've seen this in another clue).
'family' becomes 'kin' (synonyms).
'seals'+'kin'='SEALSKIN'

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for sealskin that I've seen before include "Marine fur" , "Fur from the sea" , "prepared fur" , "Fur - lean kiss (anag)" , "Form of fur for garments" .)

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