futureproof — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

futureproof (/ˈfjuː.tʃə.pruːf/)

verb  ·  Advanced  ·  Work & Business

🔊 /ˈfjuː.tʃə.pruːf/

Meaning

Meaning: to prepare for future change

To futureproof is to design or prepare something so it stays useful despite future change. Speakers discuss how to futureproof skills.

Examples

🗣 They tried to futureproof the business against disruption.

Etymology

A modern compound of ‘future’ and ‘proof’, meaning resistant.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in talks on careers, technology, and strategy.

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Tags: planning, resilience

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