noiseproofing
|noise-proof-ing|
/ˈnɔɪzˌpruːfɪŋ/
(noiseproof)
making resistant to noise
Etymology
'noiseproofing' is a modern English compound formed from 'noise' + 'proof' + the gerundive suffix '-ing'.
'noise' entered Middle English from Old French 'noise' (meaning disturbance, quarrel, or sound), and 'proof' derives from Old English 'prōf'/'prōfian' (to test) and later developed the sense 'resistant to' in compounds such as 'waterproof'; these elements combined in modern English to form compounds like 'noise-proof' and then 'noiseproofing'.
Originally 'noise' referred to a disturbance or commotion, and 'proof' conveyed the idea of being tested or shown; over time 'proof' gained the sense 'resistant to' in compounds, so 'noiseproofing' came to mean making something resistant to noise rather than 'testing' noise.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of making a place or object resistant to noise; materials or treatments used to reduce transmission of sound (i.e., soundproofing).
The company installed noiseproofing to reduce traffic noise in the offices.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'noiseproof'; performing the action of making something resistant to noise (e.g., installing materials or alterations to block sound).
They are noiseproofing the studio to improve recording quality.
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Last updated: 2026/01/10 14:25