ruggedize
verb
rug·ged·ize
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ruggedized;
ruggedizing
Definition of ruggedize
: to strengthen (something, such as a machine) for better resistance to wear, stress, and abuse
a ruggedized camera
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Other Words from ruggedize
ruggedization
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noun
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noun
Examples of ruggedize in a Sentence
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Now, Katzschmann and his colleagues have ruggedized SoFi and reinvented its buoyancy control system. — National Geographic, "This Wiggly Fish Is the Most Advanced Robot of Its Kind," 21 Mar. 2018 Rugged Monster Mats are there to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous seaside adventure, while the sill plates are similarly ruggedized. — Davey G. Johnson, Car and Driver, "Best Coast: The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle’s Stylish New Trim Level," 11 Jan. 2018 The Xperia devices have always impressed with their build quality and their forward-looking features like ruggedizing and waterproofing. — Maurizio Pesce, WIRED, "Sony Launches New Wearables, Updates Smartphones and Tablets," 3 Sep. 2014These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'ruggedize.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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