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heavy-duty Definition

heavy-duty (hev′ē do̵̅o̅t′ē, -dyo̵̅o̅t′ē)

adjective

  1. made to withstand great strain, bad weather, etc. heavy-duty shoes
  2. Slang very serious or important

heavy-duty Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • tripod: Gibraltar is also going down the route of extra heavy-duty tripods that you can mount loads of arms off.
  • castor: This Trolley is complete with 4 heavy-duty castors, of which 2 are lockable.
  • detergent: Adding a good heavy-duty detergent the contamination is reduced much more to well below the target level.
  • vinyl: The Practice of Judo Judo is practiced on mats that ideally are of high-density foam covered in heavy-duty vinyl with a non-slip base.
  • zip: There are no fewer than four pockets, which are secured with heavy-duty zips.
  • glove: Ensure there are sufficient pairs of heavy-duty gloves for everyone taking part.

Modifying Another Word

  • very: The very heavy-duty grade is available in drums only.
  • pretty: Now, the risk analysis I have presented is pretty heavy-duty.