Definition

Made to resist damage from explosive shells or bombs.

Example

The military vehicles were shellproof to protect the soldiers inside.

Conversation

Did you see that new building they constructed downtown?

Yeah, I heard it’s shellproof for safety reasons.

That's impressive! I wonder how they make it so strong.

Probably a lot of advanced materials to resist any attacks.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shellproof → It is formed from "shell" (from Old English *scealu*, meaning a hard outer covering) and "proof" (from Old English *profa*, meaning resistant or impervious). The word "shellproof" means resistant to penetration by shells or projectiles, indicating protection against such impacts.

Memory Tip

Think of a hard outer covering ('shell') that is resistant ('proof') to damage, which helps you remember that 'shellproof' means something that can withstand attacks from shells.

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