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fire-resistant

American  
[fahyuhr-ri-zis-tuhnt] / ˈfaɪər rɪˌzɪs tənt /

adjective

  1. totally or almost totally unburnable.

  2. fire-retardant.


Etymology

Origin of fire-resistant

First recorded in 1900–05

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At 2,350 square feet with fire-resistant siding, it sits on the same plot where the Eaton Fire destroyed their home of 10 years in January 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 20, 2026

And much like his newly purchased pad, Simmons’ former home “utilizes solar-power for pool and radiant heated flooring, eco-materials and fire-resistant, waterproof triple-panel windows.”

From MarketWatch Feb. 27, 2026

Walls were decked in swatches of fire-resistant construction materials with experts available to help homeowners decide how best to rebuild for a chaotic climate future.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 10, 2025

At the new Palisades house, the roof and siding are fire-resistant, and the eaves are closed to prevent sparks from entering.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 7, 2025

What evolved was a style of building, known as “Chicago School,” that was not just handsome, but truly fire-resistant.

From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy

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