Associations to the word «Airtight»

Wiktionary

AIRTIGHT, adjective. Being impermeable to air or other gases.
AIRTIGHT, adjective. (figuratively) Having no weak points or flaws.
AIRTIGHT, adjective. (figuratively) (of a person) Highly reserved in some matter, particularly tight-lipped or tight-fisted.

Dictionary definition

AIRTIGHT, adjective. Having no weak points; "an airtight defense"; "an airtight argument".
AIRTIGHT, adjective. Not allowing air or gas to pass in or out.

Wise words

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