dust-proof

[/ˈdʌst.pruːf/]
adjective
à prova de poeira
1. designed or constructed to prevent dust from entering or affecting something
This dust-proof case protects the electronic equipment from particles.
Este estojo à prova de poeira protege o equipamento eletrônico de partículas.
2. sealed or covered in a way that dust cannot penetrate
The dust-proof container keeps the food fresh and uncontaminated.
O recipiente à prova de poeira mantém o alimento fresco e sem contaminação.
In Brazil, dust-proof products are increasingly marketed in electronic stores and industrial settings due to the tropical climate and dusty environments. The term is commonly used in product descriptions for electronics, furniture, and storage solutions. In Portugal, the variant 'à prova de pó' is preferred, though 'à prova de poeira' is also understood.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
dust-resistantairtightsealedhermetic
Antonyms / Antônimos
dust-pronepermeableporous

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
à prova de poeira
most common formal usage in Brazil
São Paulo
hermético
alternative technical term used in industrial contexts
Portugal
à prova de pó
Portuguese European variant using 'pó' instead of 'poeira'
General Brazilian
impermeável a pó
alternative technical/commercial description

Related Words

waterproofdustproofsealedprotectivebarrier

Related Idioms & Phrases

sealed tight as a drum
hermetically sealed
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