mothproof

mothproof

English

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  • moth-proof

Etymology

    From moth + -proof.

    Adjective

    mothproof (comparative more mothproof, superlative most mothproof)

    1. Resistant to being eaten by moths.

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    Verb

    mothproof (third-person singular simple present mothproofs, present participle mothproofing, simple past and past participle mothproofed)

    1. To apply odoriferous materials intended to repel moths from clothing.

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