"pilferproof" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more pilferproof [comparative], most pilferproof [superlative]
Etymology: From pilfer + -proof. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|pilfer|proof}} pilfer + -proof Head templates: {{en-adj}} pilferproof (comparative more pilferproof, superlative most pilferproof)
  1. Designed to prevent pilfering (thieving), especially of a container. Related terms: burglarproof
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