dust-resistant
|dust-re-sist-ant|
B2
/dʌst rɪˈzɪstənt/
prevents dust entry
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dust-resistant' originates from the combination of 'dust' and 'resistant', where 'dust' refers to fine particles and 'resistant' means able to withstand or prevent.
Historical Evolution
'dust-resistant' combines the English words 'dust' and 'resistant', which have been used in various forms since Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'resistant' meant 'able to withstand', and this meaning has been applied to 'dust' to indicate prevention of dust entry.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed to prevent dust from entering or accumulating.
The new smartphone is dust-resistant, making it ideal for outdoor use.
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Last updated: 2025/03/08 08:31