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Region: General | Usage example: Their plan is air-tight.

Air-tight

Meaning

Completely sealed or foolproof.

Usage

Used when describing rigorous cases.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Physical sealing that blocks air.

Used since industrial era to denote strong containment.