| Definitions | | childproof |
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verb
- To make something childproof.
- I debated childproofing my house, but decided against, on the basis that any scars or burns would serve as object lessons in restraint.
adjective
- Designed to be unable for a child to use, operate, or open.
- Because of her arthritis, she always asked not to have caps on her medicine bottles.
- Made safe for children.
- They attempted to make the house by covering all sharp corners with soft foam.
- Made safe from children; resistant to damage by children.
- ''After several visits from his darling nephews, Mike's bookshelves were ; all breakables and valuable books had been moved out of reach.
Etymology: From child + proof.
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