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bombproof

[ bom-proof ]
/ ˈbɒmˌpruf /
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adjective
strong enough to resist the impact and explosive force of bombs or shells: a bombproof shelter.
verb (used with object)
to make bombproof.
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Origin of bombproof

First recorded in 1695–1705; bomb + -proof
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