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Foolproof vs Handy - What's the difference?

foolproof | handy |

As an adjective foolproof

is for a device: protected, or designed to be proof against misuse or error; fail-safe.

As a verb foolproof

is to make foolproof.

As a noun handy is

tail.

foolproof

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • For a device: protected, or designed to be proof against misuse or error; fail-safe.
  • For an idea or plan: infallible, or bulletproof.

    • Verb

    (en verb)
  • To make foolproof.

    • handy

    English

    Adjective

    (er)
  • Easy to use, useful.
    • Some people regard duct tape as a handy fix-all .
  • Nearby, within reach.
    • You wouldn’t have a screwdriver handy , would you ?
  • (dialect) dexterous, skilful
    • She's very handy - she made all her own kitchen cupboards.

    Synonyms

    * (useful) * (nearby) at hand * (skilful) crafty

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