copper-bottomed

• Wird im britischen Englisch verwendet, um etwas als absolut zuverlässig, vertrauenswürdig oder finanziell abgesichert zu beschreiben; ursprünglich bezeichnete es Schiffe mit Kupferbeschlag.

Used in British English to describe something that is completely reliable, trustworthy, or financially secure.

1. Having a copper bottomC1formal

   Having a bottom made of or covered with copper, typically used for ships or cooking vessels.

   Mit Kupferboden

   • The antique pot was copper-bottomed and highly polished.
   • The ship was copper-bottomed to protect against barnacles.
   • Copper-bottomed pans are prized for their even heat distribution.

• Etwas finanziell absichern oder garantieren, oft im Zusammenhang mit Investitionen oder Sicherheiten verwendet.

A verb meaning to make something financially secure or reliable, often used in the context of investments or guarantees.

1. Provide with a copper bottomC2formalbritish

   To cover the bottom of a ship or a container with copper, typically for protection against corrosion or marine organisms.

   Mit Kupfer beschlagen

   • The shipyard workers copper-bottomed the hull to prevent barnacle growth.
   • They copper-bottomed the old fishing boat to extend its life.
   • The vessel was copper-bottomed before its long voyage.

   Synonymecopper