: having no noticeable weakness, flaw, or loophole
an airtight argument
b
: permitting no opportunity for an opponent to score
an airtight defense
airtightnessnoun
Example Sentences
Store the food in an airtight container. The defendant had an airtight alibi.
Recent Examples on the WebSealing food in airtight packaging or storage containers will not only keep bacteria out, but also protect the flavor, lock moisture in and help prevent freezer burn. Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, 31 Aug. 2022 Burrito bowls can be assembled in airtight containers and stored in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2022 Pour the pectin stock into airtight storage containers and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks and in the freezer for up to a year.Los Angeles Times, 16 June 2022 Keep food—especially honey, maple syrup, and sugar—in airtight containers or tightly wrapped with foil or plastic wrap. Maribeth Jones, Country Living, 14 June 2022 Place garbage in secure, airtight containers inside a garage. Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 21 May 2022 Penn State recommends sealing dry goods like cereal, pasta, rice, quinoa, flour, sugar and pet food in sturdy, airtight containers to prevent silverfish from reaching these tempting food sources. Rebecca Straus, Good Housekeeping, 16 May 2022 Then, place them airtight containers and freeze for up to 3 months.Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2022 An alternative is to buy a block of cheese and shred it yourself, keeping it in airtight containers or plastic bags to use at a moment's notice. Robin Miller, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2022 See More