scratch-resistant — able to resist or prevent damage from scratches
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to resist or prevent damage from scratches
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskrætʃ rɪˈzɪstənt/
Example Sentences
- My cat tried to destroy my new scratch-resistant phone case, but failed miserably.
- The scratch-resistant watch survived a wrestling match with my toddler.
- These scratch-resistant sunglasses are perfect for outdoor activities.
scratch-resistant
ADJECTIVE[/ˈskrætʃ rɪˈzɪstənt/]
able to resist or prevent damage from scratches
💡 Concept
able to resist or prevent damage from scratches
🎵 Rhyme
The scratch-resistant screen finds its perfect match when you catch!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈskrætʃ rɪˈzɪstənt/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈskrætʃ rɪˈzɪstənt/
🌳Etymology
Rootscratch
Suffix--resistant
🎵Rhyme
catchmatchpatch
catch
match
patch
🔗Collocations
scratch-resistant coating
scratch-resistant lens
scratch-resistant surface
scratch-resistant material
scratch-resistant glass
highly scratch-resistant
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“My cat tried to destroy my new scratch-resistant phone case, but failed miserably.”
😄 Fun example
“The scratch-resistant watch survived a wrestling match with my toddler.”
“These scratch-resistant sunglasses are perfect for outdoor activities.”
“The scratch-resistant coating protects the car's paint from minor damage.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
scratchproofscratch-proofabrasion-resistantdurablehardy
Antonyms
scratchablefragiledelicate
Related
waterproofshockproofstain-resistantprotective coatingdurability
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