proof

noun
UK: /pruːf/
US: /pruːf/

  1. Evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement.

    1. I need proof to believe what you're telling me. [ ] [ ]
    2. The detective sought proof of the suspect's involvement in the crime to secure an arrest warrant. [ ] [ ]

  2. A test or trial of something.

    1. This is a proof copy of the book, not final version. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new software underwent rigorous proof testing to identify bugs before its official release. [ ] [ ]

  3. A measure of the alcohol content of a beverage.

    1. This vodka has a proof of 80. [ ] [ ]
    2. High-proof spirits are more flammable and should be handled with extra care during storage. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

evidence confirmation verification test trial validation
proof verb

  1. To make a printed item ready for approval by reading it and marking any errors that need to be corrected.

    1. Proof the document before printing it. [ ] [ ]
    2. The editor asked the author to proof the final manuscript carefully before sending it to the printer. [ ] [ ]

  2. To treat something to make it resistant to something (like water or fire).

    1. They will proof the tent against rain. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company decided to proof all their fabrics against fire for increased safety standards. [ ] [ ]

  3. To cause dough to rise by adding yeast or another leavening agent.

    1. You must proof the dough before baking bread. [ ] [ ]
    2. Before baking the pizza, proof the dough in a warm area to activate the yeast and ensure a light and airy crust. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "proof" in English means: Evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement., A test or trial of something., A measure of the alcohol content of a beverage..

The phonetic transcription of "proof" is /pruːf/ in British English and /pruːf/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "proof": evidence, confirmation, verification, test, trial, validation.

Example usage of "proof": "I need proof to believe what you're telling me.". More examples on the page.