fireproof

[ fahyuh r-proof ]
/ ˈfaɪərˌpruf /
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adjective

resistant to destruction by fire.
totally or almost totally unburnable.

verb (used with object)

to make fireproof.

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Origin of fireproof

First recorded in 1630–40; fire + -proof

OTHER WORDS FROM fireproof

non·fire·proof, adjectivequa·si-fire·proof, adjective

Words nearby fireproof

firepan, firepit, fireplace, fireplug, firepower, fireproof, fireproofing, fireroom, firesafe, fireside, fireside chat
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Words related to fireproof

concrete, asbestos, fire-resistant, incombustible, noncombustible, nonflammable

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British Dictionary definitions for fireproof

fireproof
/ (ˈfaɪəˌpruːf) /

adjective

capable of resisting damage by fire

verb

(tr) to make resistant to fire
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