What does the cryptic crossword clue "Waterproof garment, medium type, mostly (7)" mean?

The definition is "Waterproof garment". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OILS (synonym="medium – for painting") + KIN (synonym="KIN") = OILSKIN; definition: "Waterproof garment," The answer is OILSKIN.

Waterproof garment, medium type, mostly (7)

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