ruggedize

[ ruhg-i-dahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, rug·ged·ized, rug·ged·iz·ing.

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

ruggedize

/ ˈrʌɡɪˌdaɪz /

verb

1. tr to make durable, as for military use

Word History and Origins

Origin of ruggedize¹

First recorded in 1955–60; rugged + -ize