childproof
Secured against youngsters
Childproof describes something designed or modified so that children cannot open, operate, or be harmed by it.
Childproof caps on medicine bottles require pressing down while twisting—a combination young children lack the coordination to perform.
Childproof outlets cover electrical sockets.
As a verb, to childproof a home is to secure cabinets, cover sharp corners, and eliminate hazards before a baby starts crawling.
We spent the weekend childproofing the kitchen.
Door-securing catch
- lockMechanism requiring a key
- gateHinged barrier in fence
- barrierObstruction preventing passage
- coverProtect by overlaying
guard · plug · anchor · buckle · clasp · fastener · seal · clamp
Protected from harm
- babyproofMake safe for infants
- anchorSecures ships to seabed
- installPut into service
- fastenFix securely in position
mount · latch · cover · block · restrict · pad · cushion · bolt
Lacking a chemical plasticizer
- phthalate-freeWithout industrial softening compounds
- lead-freeContaining no plumbum
- non-toxicCauses no harm
- hypoallergenicUnlikely to cause reactions
flame-retardant · rounded · padded · cushioned · bite-resistant · dye-free · food-grade · washable
latch
Door-securing catch
cover · guard · plug · anchor · buckle · clasp · fastener · seal · clamp · bracket
secure
Protected from harm
fasten · mount · latch · cover · block · restrict · pad · cushion · bolt · tether
BPA-free
Lacking a chemical plasticizer
- phthalate-freeWithout industrial softening compounds
- lead-freeContaining no plumbum
- non-toxicCauses no harm
hypoallergenic · flame-retardant · rounded · padded · cushioned · bite-resistant · dye-free · food-grade · washable · durable
- safetysafety helmet, hazard, airbag, alert, occupational safety
- container traitsairtight, leakproof, sealed, watertight, stackable
- product featuressize, color, durable, quality, material
- product qualitiesdurable, lightweight, flexible, sturdy, portable
- protectionbodyguard, armor, gloves, security guard, shield
- protective propertiesbulletproof, shatterproof, dustproof, rustproof, shockproof
childproofunsafe
Likely to cause harm
dangerous · hazardous · unprotected · unsecured · unguarded
childproofuser-friendly
Easy to operate
unlocked · convenient · accessible · simple · effortless
- childproof capsResistant bottle seals
- childproof lockMechanism preventing young ones' access