ruggedize

[ruhg-i-dahyz]

verb (used with object), rug·ged·ized, rug·ged·iz·ing.

to construct (electronic equipment, cameras, and other delicate instruments) so as to be resistant to shock, vibration, etc.

Also especially British, rug·ged·ise.

Origin of ruggedize

First recorded in 1955–60; rugged + -ize

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British Dictionary definitions for ruggedize

ruggedize

ruggedise

verb

(tr) to make durable, as for military use

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