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[ruhg-i-dahyz]

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verb (used with object), rug·ged·ized, rug·ged·iz·ing.

to construct (electronic equipment, cameras, and other delicate instruments) so as to be resistant to shock, vibration, etc.

Also, especially British, rug·ged·ise.

Origin:
1955–60; rugged + -ize

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