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copper-bottomed

/ˌkɒp.əˈbɒt.əmd/

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adjective

/ˌkɒp.əˈbɒt.əmd/C2formalbritish
  • ruИспользуется в британском английском для описания чего-то абсолютно надёжного, заслуживающего доверия или финансово обеспеченного.

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.

    ruС медным дном

    • 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.
Forms
  • more copper-bottomed comparative form
  • most copper-bottomed superlative form

verb

copper-bottom/ˈkɒp.ə ˈbɒt.əm/C2formalbritishbusiness
  • ruГлагол, означающий сделать что-то финансово надёжным или гарантированным, часто используется в контексте инвестиций или гарантий.

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.

    ruОбшить медью дно

    • 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.

    Synonymscopper

Forms
  • copper-bottomed past participle
  • copper-bottomed past simple
  • copper-bottoming present participle
  • copper-bottoms third person singular