proof

verb [T]

/pruːf/

Definition

› to treat a surface with a substance that will protect it against something, especially waterCovering and adding layers

(Definition of proof verb from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

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proof adjective (PROTECTED)
proof noun (PRINTED COPY)
proof noun (SHOWING TRUTH)
proof positive noun
-proof suffix
proof verb
proofread verb
proofreader noun
prop noun (IN FILM/THEATRE)
prop noun (ON AIRCRAFT/SHIP)
prop noun (SUPPORT)

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proof noun (SHOWING TRUTH)
proof noun (PRINTED COPY)
proof adjective (ALCOHOL)
proof adjective (PROTECTED)
-proof suffix
idiot-proof adjective

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the proof of the pudding (is in the eating) idiom
the burden of proof idiom

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asphalt verb
bestrew verb
binder noun
blanket verb
blindfold verb
carpet verb (COVER)
coat verb
encrusted adjective
enshroud verb (COVER)
fall over sth/sb phrasal verb
film over phrasal verb
gild verb
gum sth up phrasal verb
pad verb
render verb (BUILDING)
seal verb (COVERING)
swathe verb
tile verb
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