proofing Synonyms
Another word for proofing
• noun (Context 1)
The step in baking in which yeast-leavened dough is allowed to rest and rise a final time before being placed in the oven.
"Proper proving in a warm, draft-free kitchen ensures that the bread loaves develop a light and airy crumb."
• noun (Context 2)
The process of examining a printed text, layout, or digital document for typographical and formatting errors before final publication.
"A thorough round of proofreading caught several misspelled names before the annual report went to press."
• verb (Context 3)
To activate yeast by dissolving it in warm liquid, or to allow shaped bread dough to rise before baking (present participle of proof).
"The baker is proving the sourdough loaves in woven baskets until they double in size."
• verb (Context 4)
To make a printed or digital trial impression of a page or text and examine it for errors (present participle of proof).
"She spent the afternoon proofreading the galley pages for the upcoming issue of the journal."
• noun (Context 5)
The treatment of a fabric, surface, or structure to make it resistant to damage from water, fire, weather, or pests.
"Applying a fresh coat of weatherproofing to the canvas tent kept the interior completely dry during the downpour."
• verb (Context 6)
To treat a material or structure so that it is resistant to a specified harmful agent such as water or fire (present participle of proof).
"The crew is weatherproofing the exterior timber against moisture and wood-boring insects."