Definitions

1. noun

evidence or grounds for believing something is true or correct

“The evidence was considered sufficient proof of his guilt.”

2. noun

a test or trial, especially to determine the quality or genuineness of something

“The experiment was designed to provide a proof of the theory’s validity.”

3. noun

a document or paper that confirms or guarantees something

“She needed to show the proof of her identity to the bank.”

4. verb

to make or provide evidence or grounds for believing something is true or correct

“The team tried to proof their findings by conducting further research.”

5. verb

to test or try something, especially to determine its quality or genuineness

“She decided to proof the new recipe before serving it to guests.”

6. noun

a type of alcoholic beverage made from yeast fermentation, especially beer

“He ordered a pint of proof at the local pub.”

7. adjective

containing or having a high concentration of alcohol, especially 57% or more

“The liquor store sold proof spirits to adults only.”