1. things that soak or absorb liquid
2. heavy rainstorms that thoroughly wet everything
Usage: informal
3. waterproof boots or shoes
Usage: Canadian; informal

Examples

• The paper towels were good soakers for the spilled juice.
• We had two real soakers this week that flooded the streets.
• She put on her soakers before walking through the puddles.
• The sponges work as excellent soakers in the kitchen.
• After that soaker yesterday, the garden is completely saturated.
• Don’t forget your soakers if you’re going hiking in the rain.