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idiotproof

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id·​i·​ot·​proof | \ ˈi-dē-ət-ˌprüf How to pronounce idiotproof (audio) \

Definition of idiotproof

: extremely easy to operate or maintain

First Known Use of idiotproof

1976, in the meaning defined above

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“Idiotproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/idiotproof. Accessed 3 Jun. 2020.

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