Definition

Strong enough to withstand pressure without being damaged or deformed.

Example

The new phone case is crushproof, ensuring it can survive drops and heavy impacts.

Conversation

Have you seen that new phone case?

Yeah, I heard it’s crushproof and really durable.

I need something like that since I drop my phone all the time.

Definitely! It's a good investment if you want to keep it safe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crushproof is formed from "crush" (from Old English *crushian*, meaning to press or squeeze) and "proof" (from Old French *proef*, meaning resistant or impervious). The word describes something that is resistant to being crushed or pressed down.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'resistant' ('proof') to being 'pressed' ('crush') — that's why crushproof means it won't be crushed.

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