shellproof

[ shel-proof ]

adjective

1. protected against the explosive effect of shells or bombs.

shellproof

/ ˈʃɛlˌpruːf /

adjective

1. designed, intended, or able to resist shellfire

Word History and Origins

Origin of shellproof¹

First recorded in 1860–65; shell + -proof

Example Sentences

Built by the Germans, no labour had been spared to make it shellproof and comfortable.

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