proofing

[ proo-fing ]

noun
  1. the act or process of making a thing resistant, as in waterproof fabrics or fireproof material.

  2. any chemical used in the manufacture of a substance to make it proof against water, fire, etc.

Origin of proofing

1
First recorded in 1900–05; proof + -ing1

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