proof1 nounproof2 adjectiveproof3 verb
proofproof1 /pruːf/ ●●○ S3 W3 noun 
WORD ORIGINproof1
Origin:
1200-1300 Old French preuve, from Late Latin proba, from Latin probare; ➔ PROBE2EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- He was the only person in the room when the money disappeared - what more proof do you want?
- It was alleged that he was stealing money from the till, but we never had any conclusive proof.
- The police knew she was guilty, but they had no proof.
- There is no proof that he did it.
- You can't drink in bars without some proof of your age.
- A key ingredient of this proof was to represent the complex numbers geometrically, and then to use a topological argument.
- Even my highly regrettable tendency to react positively whenever the fridge door is opened was proof against that.
- If that is not proof of lack of investment, what is?
- It justifies the move as proof that it is taking the independent platform integration business seriously.
- Of course, she reminded herself sternly, that was just proof that she had not had many sensual encounters.
- Such actions were virtually undetectable, and on several occasions suspicion there might be, but proof was impossible.
- That play was some proof that I was all right.
- The examining magistrate will decide to send the case to trial, except when proof of innocence is clear.
Longman Language Activatorsomething that proves something is true
information or facts that prove that something is true: · He was the only person in the room when the money disappeared - what more proof do you want?· The police knew she was guilty, but they had no proof.proof of: · You can't drink in bars without some proof of your age.proof (that): · There is no proof that he did it.conclusive proof (=something that definitely proves something is true): · It was alleged that he was stealing money from the till, but we never had any conclusive proof.
information that helps to prove whether something is true or not: · The police did not have enough evidence to charge anybody with the murder.evidence that: · There is some evidence that a small amount of alcohol is good for you.evidence of/for: · evidence of life on other planetsmedical/scientific/forensic etc evidence: · There is no scientific evidence to support this theory.evidence to suggest/indicate/show etc something: · There is strong evidence to suggest that the Great Barrier Reef will have disappeared in 20 years time.not a shred of evidence (=no evidence at all): · There is not a shred of evidence to support such a theory.
official documents that are used to prove that a claim or statement is true or correct: · Can you produce documentation to support your claim?· As there is no formal documentation of your business partnership, it has no legal status.
a person, group, or place that proves that something is true or possible: living proof of: · The team is living proof of the old saying that it's not whom you play that counts, but when you play them.· We know that English and French speakers can live together in Canada - Montreal is living proof of that.living proof that: · Jordan is living proof that you don't have to conform to the music industry's standards in order to be accepted.
a way of finding out whether something is as good as people say it is, whether it works, or when it is true: · The acid test of a good leader is the extent to which they select a style to suit the circumstances.
WORD SETSabsinth, nounalcohol, nounale, nounalehouse, nounaperitif, nounbaby milk, nounbar, nounbarfly, nounbarhop, verbbarkeeper, nounbarley wine, nounbarmaid, nounbarman, nounbartender, nounbeef tea, nounbeer, nounbenedictine, nounbeverage, nounbibulous, adjectivebistro, nounbitter, nounblack, adjectivebootleg, verbbooze, nounboozer, nounbooze-up, nounboozing, nounboozy, adjectivebottle, verbbouquet, nounbourbon, nounbrandy, nounbreathe, verbbrew, verbbrew, nounbrewer, nounbrewery, nounbroach, verbBuck's Fizz, nounburgundy, nounbuttermilk, nouncamomile, nouncappuccino, nouncarbonated, adjectivecask, nouncellar, nounchalice, nounchampagne, nounchampers, nounchar, nounchartreuse, nounchaser, nounChelsea bun, nounchocolate, nouncider, nounclaret, nounclub soda, nouncoaster, nounCoca-Cola, cocktail, nouncocktail lounge, nouncocktail shaker, nouncocktail stick, nouncocktail waitress, nouncocoa, nouncoffee, nouncoffee bar, nouncoffee bean, nouncoffee machine, nouncoffeemaker, nouncoffee mill, nouncognac, nouncola, nounconsommé, nouncordial, nouncork, nouncork, verbcorkage, nouncorked, adjectivecorkscrew, nouncorn whiskey, nouncrème de menthe, nouncup, nouncuppa, nouncuraçao, noundaiquiri, noundecaf, noundecaffeinated, adjectivedecanter, noundessert wine, noundipsomaniac, noundissipated, adjectivedissipation, noundissolute, adjectivedistiller, noundistillery, noundram, noundraught, noundregs, noundried milk, noundrink, verbdrink, noundrinkable, adjectivedrinking fountain, noundrinking-up time, noundrinking water, noundrinks machine, noundrinks party, noundrop, noundry, adjectiveDutch courage, nounespresso, nounethyl alcohol, nounferment, verbfinger, nounfizz, nounflat, adjectivefloat, nounfortified wine, nounfroth, nounfroth, verbfrothy, adjectivefull-cream, adjectiveGandT, noungassy, adjectivegin, noungin and tonic, nounginger ale, nounginger beer, nounglass, noungreen tea, noungrenadine, noungrog, noungumbo, nounhalf, nounhalf-and-half, nounhangover, nounhappy hour, nounhead, nounhighball, nounhip flask, nounhock, nounhogshead, nounhome brew, nounhooch, nounhot chocolate, nounice bucket, nounice cube, nounice water, nouninfuse, verbinfusion, nounintoxicant, nounintoxicating, adjectiveIrish coffee, nounjar, nounjigger, nounjuice, nounkeg, nounkirsch, nounlace, verblager, nounlandlord, nounlemon, nounlemonade, nounlicensed, adjectivelicensing laws, nounlight, adjectivelight ale, nounlimeade, nounliqueur, nounliquor, nounlite, adjectivelocal, nounlounge bar, nounMadeira, nounmagnum, nounmalt, nounmalted, nounmalt liquor, nounmaraschino, nounmargarita, nounMartini, nounmash, nounmature, adjectivemature, verbmead, nounmeasure, nounmellow, verbmilk, nounmilk shake, nounmilky, adjectivemineral water, nounmint julep, nounmix, verbmixer, nounmocha, nounmoonshine, nounmulled wine, nounneat, adjectivenectar, nounnightcap, nounnip, nounnoggin, nounnon-alcoholic, adjectiveoff-licence, nounopen bar, nounorangeade, nounouzo, nounpale ale, nounparalytic, adjectivepasteurized, adjectivepercolate, verbperk, verbperry, nounpick-me-up, nounpiña colada, nounpink gin, nounpint, nounplonk, nounpop, nounport, nounporter, nounprohibitionist, nounproof, nounpunch, nounquaff, verbrake, nounrat-arsed, adjectivered, nounrefill, nounrefreshment, nounretsina, nounring-pull, nounroot beer, nounrosé, nounrotgut, nounrum, nounrye, nounsake, nounsaloon, nounsangria, nounsarsaparilla, nounschnapps, nounScotch, nounscrewdriver, nounscrumpy, nounsediment, nounsemi-skimmed milk, nounshake, nounshaker, nounshandy, nounshebeen, nounsherry, nounshort, nounshot, nounsiphon, nounsix-pack, nounskimmed milk, nounslimline, adjectivesloe gin, nounslug, nounslush, nounsnifter, nounsoda, nounsoda siphon, nounsoda water, nounsoft drink, nounsparkling, adjectivespeakeasy, nounspike, verbspirit, nounsplash, nounspritzer, nounsquash, nounstein, nounstewed, adjectivestill, adjectivestill, nounstout, nounstraight, adjectivestraw, nounsundowner, nounsup, verbswig, verbswill, verbswizzle stick, nountab, nountable wine, nountall, adjectivetankard, nountavern, nountea, nounteabag, nounteahouse, nountea leaves, nountearoom, nountea shop, nountea urn, nountemperance, nountequila, nountied house, nountippler, nountoddy, nountonic, nountop-up, nountot, nounTurkish coffee, nountwo-percent milk, nounUHT milk, noununcork, verbvermouth, nounvintage, adjectivevintage, nounvintner, nounvodka, nounwater, verbwatering hole, nounweak, adjectivewet bar, nounwhisky, nounwhite, adjectivewine cooler, nounwrecked, adjectiveyeast, noun
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRYverbs
The investigation failed to provide any conclusive evidence. One of the most useful sources of documentary evidence is maps. Bring some form of identification, preferably a passport. irrefutable proof of his innocence I enclose my receipt as proof of purchase. The presence of dust clouds has been taken as evidence of recent star formation. He has no tangible evidence of John’s guilt.COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADJECTIVE
· The newspaper claimed it had proof that I worked for the CIA.
· You will be required to provide proof of your identity.
· He needed proof to back up those allegations.
· There is now proof that giant squid do exist.
adjectives (=additional proof)· He showed his driving licence as further proof of his identity.
· They say they have scientific proof that the treatment works.
(=someone whose existence or experience proves something)· She is living proof that stress need not necessarily be ageing.
· His indecision is clear proof of his inability to handle the situation.
(=definite proof)· There is no conclusive proof that your son is dead.
phrases (=something that proves who you are)· Do you have any proof of identity, such as a passport?
(=something that proves you bought something from a particular place)· We will give a refund only if proof of purchase is provided.
· Take photos of anything unusual you own as proof of ownership.
(=definite proof that cannot be doubted)· Here is proof positive that she's wrong.
law (=the need to prove that you are right in a legal case)· The burden of proof is on the prosecution.
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES The investigation failed to provide any conclusive evidence. One of the most useful sources of documentary evidence is maps. Bring some form of identification, preferably a passport. (=something that proves you are who you say you are)· You’ll need proof of identity, such as a driving licence.
irrefutable proof of his innocence I enclose my receipt as proof of purchase. The presence of dust clouds has been taken as evidence of recent star formation. He has no tangible evidence of John’s guilt.· The photographs in the album were absolute proof of that.· We need absolute proof of that.
· I stopped for a second and tried to think what my conclusive proof was.· Salt analysis will provide conclusive proof.· The procedure has not gained formal approval by the International Olympic Committee because it does not give conclusive proof of drug use.
· Previously they had the conviction and the confidence but this tape was the final proof, the confirmation of the possibilities.· The final proofs arrive for the catalogue of the next silver sale.· It was a knotty mass of blue and black tissue - final proof of Dowd's inhumanity.· What final proof would be produced from the text capture and correction phases: line-printer? typographic proof?· The final proof, or perhaps the first, is the chub's big mouth and thick white rubbery lips.
· Building societies make up 18 out of the top 20 performers, which is further proof of the benefits of mutuality.· As they talked a further proof seemed given them that Apollo could speak falsely.· All further proof that Elvis' current Grizzly Adams guise may yet turn out to be one of his most interesting phases.· And if those whose symbols were thus explained hotly denied the interpretations, that would simply be further proof.· The extremely rare use of the bare infinitive with the passive of perceptual verbs adds further proof that this is the case.· And, if anyone needed further proof of guilt after that, Alex Household had run away from the scene of the crime.
· I'd say that until you uncover irrefutable proof of his innocence, you've got your man.· There was irrefutable proof that words and numbers were the perfect commodities for export.· Further, he offered to provide Judge Ireland with irrefutable proof from his personal contacts at the highest level in London.
· And the living proof of that was Emily.· He is living proof that if the famine doesn't get you, the bullets will.· She is also living proof that stress and hard work need not necessarily be ageing.· His family are for him living proof of them.· Mr. Atkins My hon. Friend is living proof of his own contention.· He is living proof that an individual congressman with energy and knowledge can turn himself into a foreign-policy entrepreneur.· It was for Lesley Bale to be the living proof that there was a way through.
· My notes showed the mathematical and geometrical proofs.· So many mathematical proofs are like that.· A mathematical proof about some property of a triangle does not, Gassendi thinks, give demonstrative understanding of its cause.· In the absence of mathematical proofs of security, nothing builds confidence in a cryptosystem like sustained attempts to crack it.
· Here again, because positive proof is not available, I can only offer you my own theories for your consideration.· A heartfelt lament and positive proof that Morrissey's voice is indeed a valuable instrument.· The fact that attempts are made to restore it is positive proof.
· But the meditators maintain they have scientific proof that it does work and they can bring peace to a troubled world.· While highly suggestive, such studies have not always met the test of scientific proof.· And the following day Britain lost its battle to impose the burden of scientific proof on those who oppose radioactive dumping.· But then, miracles of that kind only happen in holy books or in out of the way places, without scientific proof.· By the end of the nineteenth century, the Darwinian revolution appeared to offer scientific proof of the processes of evolution.
· It represented tangible proof of her achievements after years of struggle in a male-dominated profession.
NOUN· Catchline a temporary headline for identification on the top of a galley proof.· I learned to read the galley proofs and familiarised myself with printers' hieroglyphics.· Critical reading of galley proofs by outside expert consultants.· Proofs of colour artwork may be sent to contributors under separate cover from their galley proofs.· Page proofs the stage following galley proofs, in which pages are made up and paginated.· The unit of measurement for paper weight. Galley proof proofs taken from the galleys before being made up into pages.
VERB· Meanwhile, worried scientists have moved beyond offering proof of the ill effects of human activity to proposing solutions.· Let us offer a streamlined proof that M2 holds.· By the end of the nineteenth century, the Darwinian revolution appeared to offer scientific proof of the processes of evolution.· However, Feather said no non-invasive physical test can offer proof of origin.· Still, I can offer further proof.· Although this is probably so, I am able to offer no evidence in proof of it.
· The 1990s then will provide the proof of just exactly how long term the effects of privatisation will be.· Similarly it was thought that the physical characteristics of certain plants had provided firm proof of intercontinental contact.· The euro has provided the most convincing proof so far that political will can impose itself on market forces.· The success stories I will provide contain the proof of that.· Salt analysis will provide conclusive proof.· Moving away from the camera, Alvin posed beside Rose Garden tubeworms, providing unarguable proof of dimension.· They say we must wait for science to provide that proof.· A law that took effect in 1994 requires applicants for new licenses to provide proof of legal immigration status.
· Christina could only nod and hope that she would not be required to furnish immediate proof of this familiarity.· Extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof, as some one said.· This reference is usually required by lenders as proof of earnings with which to support your loan.· Nishioka said at some point the state may require proof of identification.· Criminal prosecution, requiring proof beyond reasonable doubt, is one legal contribution to child protection.· Since this is such an action, the rule requiring proof of actual malice is applicable....· A manslaughter conviction would require proof of recklessness or, possibly, gross negligence.· But criminal prosecution requires proof beyond reasonable doubt that the person charged committed the offence.
PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
- Gullibility is another name for misplacing the burden of proof.
- Here the prospect of building an ethic on spontaneity and awareness brings about an unexpected shift of the burden of proof.
- Is that because of the racial difference or the difference in the burden of proof in criminal and civil cases?
- Is the potential for misidentification any less when the defence bear the burden of proof?
- Moreover both counsel would shortly before the summing-up have reminded the jury of the burden of proof.
- People even disagree on whether the burden of proof here lies with the atheists or the believers.
- There is the important question of the reversal of the burden of proof.
- This is similar to a negligence test, but in the statutory action the burden of proof is on the employer.
- I'm living proof that people can make their dreams come true.
- Jordan is living proof that you don't have to conform to the music industry's standards in order to be accepted.
- The team is living proof of the old saying that it's not whom you play that counts, but when you play them.
- We know that English and French speakers can live together in Canada - Montreal is living proof of that.
- And the living proof of that was Emily.
- He is living proof that if the famine doesn't get you, the bullets will.
- I will remember them as living proof that you can have too much of a good thing.
- I would be-come the living proof of the strength of her womanhood.
- Indeed, she may well be living proof of it.
- She is living proof that a Democrat can be an honorable attorney general in a scandal-prone Democratic administration.
- She is also living proof that stress and hard work need not necessarily be ageing.
- A clearer view exists of what services are not than of any positive identification of their characteristics.
- After setting up the frequency, make sure of positive identification. 2.
- Check the call-sign twice for positive identification.
- However, the issue is settled by positive evidence not by ingenious explanation of the failure to confirm the idea.
- I was hoping for a positive identification.
- Just when these walls were later added remains a vexing question as so little positive evidence has even now been recovered.
- The fact that attempts are made to restore it is positive proof.
- They look for positive evidence that the business is soundly based and a good lending risk.
WORD FAMILYnounproofadjectiveproven ≠ unprovenverbprove ≠ disprove
1evidence [countable, uncountable] facts, information, documents etc that prove something is trueproof of proof of the existence of life on other planets This latest interview was further proof of how good at her job Cara was.proof (that) Do you have any proof that this man stole your bag? There is no proof that the document is authentic.2copy [countable usually plural] technical a copy of a piece of writing or a photograph that is checked carefully before the final printing is done: Can you check these proofs?3mathematics [countable] a)a test in mathematics of whether a calculation is correct b)a list of reasons that shows a theorem (=statement) in geometry to be true4the proof of the pudding (is in the eating) used to say that you can only know whether something is good or bad after you have tried it5alcohol [uncountable] a measurement of the strength of some types of alcoholic drink, especially spirits: 70% proof vodka (=that contains 70% pure alcohol) British English 70 proof vodka (=that contains 35% pure alcohol) American EnglishCOLLOCATIONSverbshave proof· The newspaper claimed it had proof that I worked for the CIA.provide/give proof· You will be required to provide proof of your identity.need proof· He needed proof to back up those allegations.there is proof· There is now proof that giant squid do exist.adjectivesfurther proof (=additional proof)· He showed his driving licence as further proof of his identity.scientific proof· They say they have scientific proof that the treatment works.living proof (=someone whose existence or experience proves something)· She is living proof that stress need not necessarily be ageing.clear proof· His indecision is clear proof of his inability to handle the situation.conclusive/tangible proof (=definite proof)· There is no conclusive proof that your son is dead.phrasesproof of identity (=something that proves who you are)· Do you have any proof of identity, such as a passport?proof of purchase (=something that proves you bought something from a particular place)· We will give a refund only if proof of purchase is provided.proof of ownership· Take photos of anything unusual you own as proof of ownership.proof positive (=definite proof that cannot be doubted)· Here is proof positive that she's wrong.the burden/onus of proof law (=the need to prove that you are right in a legal case)· The burden of proof is on the prosecution.proof1 nounproof2 adjectiveproof3 verb
proofproof2 adjective COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES The investigation failed to provide any conclusive evidence. One of the most useful sources of documentary evidence is maps. Bring some form of identification, preferably a passport. irrefutable proof of his innocence I enclose my receipt as proof of purchase. The presence of dust clouds has been taken as evidence of recent star formation. He has no tangible evidence of John’s guilt.
The investigation failed to provide any conclusive evidence. One of the most useful sources of documentary evidence is maps. Bring some form of identification, preferably a passport. (=something that proves you are who you say you are)· You’ll need proof of identity, such as a driving licence.
irrefutable proof of his innocence I enclose my receipt as proof of purchase. The presence of dust clouds has been taken as evidence of recent star formation. He has no tangible evidence of John’s guilt.PHRASES FROM THE ENTRYPHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
be proof against something literary to be too strong or good to be affected by something bad: - The varnish makes the wood proof against water.
- A marine regiment was equipped with plasma cannon, and the marine battle armour was proof against most weapons.
- Even my highly regrettable tendency to react positively whenever the fridge door is opened was proof against that.
- Roxburgh Castle was proof against all but prolonged siege and heavy artillery.
- Gullibility is another name for misplacing the burden of proof.
- Here the prospect of building an ethic on spontaneity and awareness brings about an unexpected shift of the burden of proof.
- Is that because of the racial difference or the difference in the burden of proof in criminal and civil cases?
- Is the potential for misidentification any less when the defence bear the burden of proof?
- Moreover both counsel would shortly before the summing-up have reminded the jury of the burden of proof.
- People even disagree on whether the burden of proof here lies with the atheists or the believers.
- There is the important question of the reversal of the burden of proof.
- This is similar to a negligence test, but in the statutory action the burden of proof is on the employer.
- I'm living proof that people can make their dreams come true.
- Jordan is living proof that you don't have to conform to the music industry's standards in order to be accepted.
- The team is living proof of the old saying that it's not whom you play that counts, but when you play them.
- We know that English and French speakers can live together in Canada - Montreal is living proof of that.
- And the living proof of that was Emily.
- He is living proof that if the famine doesn't get you, the bullets will.
- I will remember them as living proof that you can have too much of a good thing.
- I would be-come the living proof of the strength of her womanhood.
- Indeed, she may well be living proof of it.
- She is living proof that a Democrat can be an honorable attorney general in a scandal-prone Democratic administration.
- She is also living proof that stress and hard work need not necessarily be ageing.
- A clearer view exists of what services are not than of any positive identification of their characteristics.
- After setting up the frequency, make sure of positive identification. 2.
- Check the call-sign twice for positive identification.
- However, the issue is settled by positive evidence not by ingenious explanation of the failure to confirm the idea.
- I was hoping for a positive identification.
- Just when these walls were later added remains a vexing question as so little positive evidence has even now been recovered.
- The fact that attempts are made to restore it is positive proof.
- They look for positive evidence that the business is soundly based and a good lending risk.
Their defences are proof against most weapons.proof1 nounproof2 adjectiveproof3 verb
proofproof3 verb [transitive] British English VERB TABLE
proof
| Simple Form | ||
| Present | I, you, we, they | proof |
| he, she, it | proofs | |
| Past | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | proofed |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have proofed |
| he, she, it | has proofed | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had proofed |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will proof |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have proofed |
| Continuous Form | ||
| Present | I | am proofing |
| he, she, it | is proofing | |
| you, we, they | are proofing | |
| Past | I, he, she, it | was proofing |
| you, we, they | were proofing | |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have been proofing |
| he, she, it | has been proofing | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had been proofing |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will be proofing |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have been proofing |
EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS
- Any lexicographer may obtain entry text for read only or for proofing regardless of ownership or the status of the on-loan flag.
- It also controls the background batch machines used to support proofing.
- The first part of proofing is as simple as creating white space.
- This yeast is added directly to the dough, with-out need for proofing.
WORD SETS
accessory, nounalter, verbappliqué, nounarmband, nounarmhole, nounbag, nounbejewelled, adjectivebillfold, nounboater, nounbow, nounbowler, nounbow tie, nounbraid, nounbraid, verbbreast-pocket, nounbrim, nounbum bag, nounbust, nounbutton, nounbutton-down, adjectivebuttonhole, nouncape, nounchecked, adjectivecivvies, nounclasp, nouncleat, nounclingy, adjectiveclothes brush, nounclothes hanger, nounclutch bag, nouncoat check, nouncoat hanger, nouncoatroom, nouncobbler, nouncockade, nouncocktail dress, nouncodpiece, nouncollar, nouncollar stud, nouncolour-coordinated, adjectivecolourfast, adjectivecorsage, nouncostume, nouncoveralls, nouncravat, nouncrinkly, adjectivecut, noundark glasses, noundarn, verbdarn, noundart, noundécolletage, noundetailing, noundiadem, noundiaphanous, adjectivedishevelled, adjectivedowdy, adjectivedown-at-heel, adjectivedress, noundress, verbdressed, adjectivedressmaker, noundress sense, noundressy, adjectiveepaulette, nounfacing, nounfancy dress, nounfinery, nounfleecy, adjectivefop, noungarb, noungather, verbgingham, noungold-rimmed, adjectivegranny, adjectivegroom, verbhabit, nounhandbag, nounherringbone, nounknit, verbknitwear, nounline, verblined, adjectiveliner, nounlingerie, nounlining, nounlivery, nounlocker room, nounmade-to-measure, adjectivemade-to-order, adjectivemakeover, nounmodel, nounmodel, verbmodelling, nounmohair, nounname tag, nounnatty, adjectiveneckline, nounout, adverbpack, nounparasol, nounpinstripe, nounplaid, nounpleat, nounpleated, adjectiveplume, nounplumed, adjectiveplunging neckline, nounpocket, nounpocketbook, nounpocket handkerchief, nounpolka dot, nounpompom, nounpopper, nounpouch, nounpower dressing, nounpress, verbproof, verbpurse, nounraffish, adjectiveragged, adjectiverail, nounretro, adjectivesalon, nounsensible, adjectivesequin, nounset, verbshoeshine, nounshoulder bag, nounshoulder pad, nounshoulder strap, nounsingle-breasted, adjectivesize, nounsleeve, nounsleeveless, adjectivesling, nounsmocking, nounsoigné, adjectivespangle, nounsportswear, nounstarch, verbstitch, nounstud, nounstudded, adjectivetack, verbtail, nountailor, nountailored, adjectivetailoring, nountapered, adjectivetartan, nountatters, nounthread, nounthread, verbtie-dye, verbtie-pin, nountoe, nountoecap, nountoggle, nountongue, nountoupée, nountrainer, nountrimmings, nountrouser press, nounturn-up, nountweedy, adjectiveunbecoming, adjectiveundress, noununmentionables, nounvalet, nounwallet, nounwear, verbwearer, nounweatherproof, adjectivewell-dressed, adjectivewell-groomed, adjectivewristband, nounzip, nounzipper, noun
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES The investigation failed to provide any conclusive evidence. One of the most useful sources of documentary evidence is maps. Bring some form of identification, preferably a passport. irrefutable proof of his innocence I enclose my receipt as proof of purchase. The presence of dust clouds has been taken as evidence of recent star formation. He has no tangible evidence of John’s guilt.
The investigation failed to provide any conclusive evidence. One of the most useful sources of documentary evidence is maps. Bring some form of identification, preferably a passport. (=something that proves you are who you say you are)· You’ll need proof of identity, such as a driving licence.
irrefutable proof of his innocence I enclose my receipt as proof of purchase. The presence of dust clouds has been taken as evidence of recent star formation. He has no tangible evidence of John’s guilt.PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
1to treat a material with a substance in order to protect it against water, oil etcbe proofed against something- Gullibility is another name for misplacing the burden of proof.
- Here the prospect of building an ethic on spontaneity and awareness brings about an unexpected shift of the burden of proof.
- Is that because of the racial difference or the difference in the burden of proof in criminal and civil cases?
- Is the potential for misidentification any less when the defence bear the burden of proof?
- Moreover both counsel would shortly before the summing-up have reminded the jury of the burden of proof.
- People even disagree on whether the burden of proof here lies with the atheists or the believers.
- There is the important question of the reversal of the burden of proof.
- This is similar to a negligence test, but in the statutory action the burden of proof is on the employer.
- I'm living proof that people can make their dreams come true.
- Jordan is living proof that you don't have to conform to the music industry's standards in order to be accepted.
- The team is living proof of the old saying that it's not whom you play that counts, but when you play them.
- We know that English and French speakers can live together in Canada - Montreal is living proof of that.
- And the living proof of that was Emily.
- He is living proof that if the famine doesn't get you, the bullets will.
- I will remember them as living proof that you can have too much of a good thing.
- I would be-come the living proof of the strength of her womanhood.
- Indeed, she may well be living proof of it.
- She is living proof that a Democrat can be an honorable attorney general in a scandal-prone Democratic administration.
- She is also living proof that stress and hard work need not necessarily be ageing.
- A clearer view exists of what services are not than of any positive identification of their characteristics.
- After setting up the frequency, make sure of positive identification. 2.
- Check the call-sign twice for positive identification.
- However, the issue is settled by positive evidence not by ingenious explanation of the failure to confirm the idea.
- I was hoping for a positive identification.
- Just when these walls were later added remains a vexing question as so little positive evidence has even now been recovered.
- The fact that attempts are made to restore it is positive proof.
- They look for positive evidence that the business is soundly based and a good lending risk.
climbing gear proofed against waterGRAMMAR Proof is usually passive in this meaning.2to proofread something: Do you want me to proof those documents for you?