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bombproof

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[bom-proof] / ˈbɒmˌpruf /

adjective

strong enough to resist the impact and explosive force of bombs or shells.

a bombproof shelter.

verb (used with object)

to make bombproof.

Etymology

Origin of bombproof

First recorded in 1695–1705; bomb + -proof

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