crushproof
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3.9
- adjective
- /ˈkrʌʃˌpruf/
- After years of criticism, she became emotionally crushproof, refusing to let others' opinions affect her.
Examples
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The new suitcase is advertised as crushproof, so your belongings stay safe during travel.
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This case is crushproof.
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These crushproof containers are perfect for shipping delicate items across the country.
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I need a crushproof container for my camera.
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This container is designed to be crushproof, so it can withstand heavy weights without getting damaged.
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The crushproof materials used in this product ensure it survives intense pressure during transport.
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Thanks to its crushproof design, the equipment remains undamaged even under extreme conditions.
Synonyms
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5.3
Very hard to break or damage
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2.7
Very strong and hard to damage in normal use
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3.7
A thing that does not break into sharp pieces when hit or dropped
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6.7
Hard and not easily bent or broken by force
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6.3
Strong enough to stop bomb or shell blasts
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3.6
Not easy to break, even if dropped
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5.8
Very hard to break by pressing or hitting
Antonyms
How Resistant
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word crushproof is a modern mix of crush ('to press or squeeze') and proof ('against'), like waterproof or bulletproof. So crushproof means something made to stand 'against' crushing — it will not be easily damaged when pressed or squeezed.