shockproof
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/ˈʃɑk.pruːf/
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/ˈʃɒk.pruːf/
resists shock
Etymology
'shockproof' originates from modern English as a compound of 'shock' and 'proof', where 'shock' referred to 'a sudden impact or blow' and 'proof' (from Old French 'proef' and Latin 'probare') came to mean 'resistant' in compound use.
'shock' comes from earlier Germanic/Old English roots meaning 'a blow' and 'proof' derives from Old French 'proef' (from Latin 'probare' meaning 'to test'); the compound 'shockproof' was formed in modern English (late 19th to 20th century) for technical contexts and consumer goods.
Initially, 'proof' meant 'to test' or 'trial', but as a combining element it evolved to mean 'resistant to' (as in 'waterproof'); thus 'shockproof' came to mean 'resistant to shock'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process or material used to make something shockproof (often 'shockproofing').
Shockproofing the package involved adding foam inserts and securing the device.
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Verb 1
to make something resistant to shock; to add protection so it will not be damaged by impact.
To protect the instruments during shipping, engineers shockproof delicate components.
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Adjective 1
designed or constructed to resist damage from physical shock or sudden impact.
This camera is shockproof and can survive being dropped from waist height.
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Adjective 2
built to prevent electric shock or to protect users from electric current.
The outlet cover is shockproof to reduce the risk of electric accidents.
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