copperproof

/ˈkɒpərpruːf/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of resisting or repelling the corrosive effects of copper

“The copperproof coating on the pipes ensured they would last for decades without corroding.”

2. noun

a substance or material that is resistant to the corrosive effects of copper

“The manufacturer developed a copperproof coating for their new line of copper pipes.”

Synonyms

  • copper-resistant
  • non-cuprous

Antonyms

  • copper-prone
  • copper-susceptible