Shockproof
adjective
1.
Also, shock-proof. (of timepieces, machinery, etc.) protected against damage resulting from anticipated shocks.
verb (used with object)
2.
to protect (timepieces, machinery, etc.) against damage resulting from anticipated shocks.
adjective
1.
capable of absorbing shock without damage: a shockproof watch
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