childproof

adj, verb — 4 senses

childproof

adj

Etymology From child + -proof.

1

Designed to be unable for a child to use, operate, or open.

Because of her arthritis, she always asked not to have childproof caps on her medicine bottles.

2

Made safe for children.

They attempted to make the house childproof by covering all sharp corners with soft foam.

3

Made safe from children; resistant to damage by children.

After several visits from his darling nephews, Mike's bookshelves were childproof; all breakables and valuable books had been moved out of reach.

childproof

verb

Etymology From child + -proof.

1

To make something childproof (in any sense).

I debated childproofing my house, but decided against, on the basis that any scars or burns would serve as object lessons in restraint.

Derived terms: childproofer

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