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childproof

child·proof [ chld prf ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. hard for child to open: designed to be difficult for a child to open, tamper with, or damage
a bottle with a childproof cap

2. made safe for children: made safe for young children to use or be in, e.g. through the removal of potential dangers and the addition of safety devices
a childproof room



transitive verb  (past and past participle child·proofed, present participle child·proof·ing, 3rd person present singular child·proofs)
Definition:
 
make something safe for children: to make something safe for children to use, or safe against damage or tampering by children

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