mildewproof

[ mil-doo-proof, -dyoo- ]
/ ˈmɪl duˌpruf, -dyu- /

adjective

able to withstand or repel the effect of mildew.

verb (used with object)

to enable (fabric, paper, etc.) to withstand or repel the effect of mildew.

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Origin of mildewproof

mildew + -proof

Words nearby mildewproof

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