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skidproof

[ skid-proof ]
/ ˈskɪdˌpruf /
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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

skiddy, skid fin, skidlid, Ski-Doo, skidpan, skidproof, skid road, skid row, skidway, skied, Skien
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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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