单词 | idiot-proof |
释义 | > as lemmasidiot-proof idiot-proof adj. = foolproof adj., especially of equipment. ΘΚΠ the world > action or operation > easiness > [adjective] > not complex > specific idiot-proof1924 simple-to-follow1938 the world > action or operation > safety > [adjective] > safe or not dangerous > specific foolproof1874 childproof1889 idiot-proof1924 fail-safe1948 1924 C. Van Doren Many Minds iii. 212 This creed of vitality can not be held to equip the critic with any idiot-proof formula for estimating works of art. 1977 Economist 8 Oct. 90/2 Viewdata's image could be bungled if the equipment proves not to be idiot-proof. 2007 Daily Tel. 6 Apr. 26/4 With the aid of a Reader's Digest idiot-proof guide to domestic repairs and an expensively purchased slate ripper, he set about the task with gusto. < as lemmas |
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