heavy-duty
Use Heavy-duty in a sentence
iˈdu adjective
1.
providing an unusual amount of power, durability, etc.: heavy-duty machinery; heavy-duty shoes.
2.
very important, impressive, or serious: heavy-duty involvement; heavy-duty questions.
Origin:
1910–15
1910–15
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| heavy-duty | |
| —n | |
| 1. | made to withstand hard wear, bad weather, etc: heavy-duty uniforms |
| 2. | subject to high import or export taxes |
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Heavy-duty
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
Example sentences
Lift meat from grill and wrap each piece in a double layer of heavy-duty foil, sealing tightly.
Follow the label's directions for heavy-duty cleaning, or use about half a cup of detergent for each gallon of water.
Transfer chocolate to a small heavy-duty sealable plastic bag.
Meanwhile, heavy-duty mountaineering boots are appropriate for those climbing a mountain.
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