childproof
or child-proof
[ chahyld-proof ]
/ ˈtʃaɪldˌpruf /
adjective
resistant to being opened, tampered with, or operated by a child: a childproof medicine bottle.
made free of hazard for a child: a childproof home.
made safe from damage by children: a childproof living room free of breakable objects.
verb (used with object)
to make childproof: to childproof a home.
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A concern already has been put forward to child-proof the next generation of pot treats that come in various shapes and sizes.