Proof
121proof positive — ► NOUN ▪ final or absolute proof of something …
122proof-read — ► VERB ▪ read (printer s proofs or other material) and mark any errors. DERIVATIVES proof reader noun …
123proof-reader — proof read ► VERB ▪ read (printer s proofs or other material) and mark any errors. DERIVATIVES proof reader noun …
124proof set — n. a set of coins (proof coins), one of each denomination, minted annually from highly polished metal on special dies, issued for collectors rather than for circulation …
125proof-charge — proofˈ charge noun A charge used to test the strength of a gun • • • Main Entry: ↑proof …
126proof-house — proofˈ house noun A building fitted out for proving firearms • • • Main Entry: ↑proof …
127proof-mark — proofˈ mark noun A mark stamped on a gun to show that it has stood the test • • • Main Entry: ↑proof …
128proof-puller — proofˈ puller noun (printing) A person who pulls proofs • • • Main Entry: ↑proof …