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proof(encyclopedia)
proof(dictionary)
proof(2)(dictionary)
proof(1)(dictionary)
Proof(money)
Proof(law)
Proof(medicine)
BILL OF PROOF(law)
BURDEN OF PROOF(law)

proof (iou)



proof verb trans. [pru:f] E18.
[from PROOF noun or adjective.]
I.
Try out, esp. by tasting; assess the quality or value of. Scot. E18.
Aerate (dough) by the action of yeast before baking. L19.
Make a proof of (a printed work, an engraving, etc.). Also, proofread. L19.
II.
Make (a thing) proof against or impervious to something; esp. make (a fabric etc.) waterproof. L19.