airproofing
|air-proof-ing|
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/ˈɛrˌpruːfɪŋ/
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/ˈeəˌpruːfɪŋ/
(airproof)
impervious to air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'airproof' originates from English, combining 'air' and 'proof,' where 'proof' meant 'resistant to.'
Historical Evolution
'airproof' changed from the combination of 'air' and 'proof' in English and eventually became the modern English word 'airproof.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'resistant to air,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process or act of making something airtight.
The airproofing of the container ensured that no air could enter or escape.
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Last updated: 2025/06/08 18:21