VERB | change | ruggedize, ruggedise | produce in a version designed to withstand rough usage |
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Meaning | produce in a version designed to withstand rough usage. | |
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Pattern | Something ----s something | |
Example | "Detroit ruggedized the family car" | |
Synonym | ruggedise | |
Broader | strengthen, beef up, fortify | make strong or stronger |
Nouns | ruggedization | the act of making a piece of equipment rugged (strengthening to resist wear or abuse) |
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