goatproof

adj

goatproof

adj

Etymology From goat + -proof.

1

Resistant to goats.

  • Shortly before the completion of the goatproof fence I was the victim of a severe illness.1955, May Neatherlin, House of the rancher, page 119:
  • Keep grain rations in a goatproof place. Covered garbage cans work well if the lids are secured with tie-downs.1975, Sheryll Patterson Herdt, Nitty gritty foodbook: a compendium of basic foods for earthy people, page 194:

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