skidproof

[ skid-proof ]
/ ˈskɪdˌpruf /

adjective

preventing or resistant to skidding, as certain road surfaces or vehicle tires.

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Origin of skidproof

First recorded in 1930–35; skid + -proof

Words nearby skidproof

skiddoo, skiddy, skidlid, skidoo, skidpan, skidproof, skidway, skiech, skied, skien, skier
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British Dictionary definitions for skidproof

skidproof
/ (ˈskɪdˌpruːf) /

adjective

(of a road surface, tyre, etc) preventing or resistant to skidding
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