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bombproof

bombp·roof

UK/ˈbɒm.pɹuːf/ fairly common informal
noun (1) adjective (1)

noun

1.

a chamber (often underground) reinforced against bombing and provided with food and living facilities; used during air raids

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adjective

1.

able to resist the explosive force of bombs and shells

  • “bombproof shelter”
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Origin

From bomb + -proof.

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