crashproof
Americanadjective
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(of a vehicle) resistant to damage and as safe as possible for the occupants in the event of a crash.
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that cannot be smashed or broken.
Etymology
Origin of crashproof
Example Sentences
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To begin with," said Gordon, addressing a meeting of the National Safety Congress in Chicago, "it is completely unrealistic even to talk about a foolproof and crashproof car.
From Time Magazine Archive
Touted as virtually crashproof, OS X was also easy on the eyes because of its "aqua theme" graphic layout, noted for its soft edges, translucent colors and pinstripes.
From Time Magazine Archive
In addition I have implemented one crashproof file system and two window systems for Lisp machines.
From Free as in Freedom: Richard Stallman's Crusade for Free Software by Sam Williams
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