shatterproof

adjective

shat·​ter·​proof ˈsha-tər-ˌprüf How to pronounce shatterproof (audio)
: proof against shattering

Examples of shatterproof in a Sentence

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The 50-foot string has 25 shatterproof globe light bulbs that are spaced 2 feet apart. Maggie Horton, People.com, 10 June 2025 Fashion this topper from a dozen finial-style, shatterproof ornaments coated with matte-finish paint and arranged in a striking starburst formation. Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2024 The lamp is shatterproof for safety, and this lantern can be hung by a lightweight chain. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 May 2025 Many from our list are made of durable plastic, like Tritan, which tends to be shatterproof and lighter to transport. Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 21 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for shatterproof

Word History

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of shatterproof was in 1930

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“Shatterproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shatterproof. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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shatterproof

adjective
shat·​ter·​proof ˌshat-ər-ˈprüf How to pronounce shatterproof (audio)
: made so as not to shatter
shatterproof glass
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