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fireproofing

American  
[fahyuhr-proo-fing] / ˈfaɪərˌpru fɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act or process of rendering fireproof.

  2. material for use in making anything fireproof.


Etymology

Origin of fireproofing

First recorded in 1865–70; fireproof + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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Price hikes in notoriously opaque power markets can stem from transmission upgrades, volatile commodity costs and expensive fireproofing measures, factors that vary by region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

Noncombustible materials and fireproofing services will be in high demand.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2025

Aghayere suggested that a “perfect cocktail” of flammable gasoline, relatively lackadaisical bridge fireproofing standards, and the heating of the bridge’s steel supports could have done.

From Slate • Jun. 16, 2023

Many of the residents he’s talked to have made peace that some level of fire danger will always exist, Trett said, no matter how big the buffer or how extensive the fireproofing.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 14, 2022

We also find a distinct violation of ordinance governing fireproofing of scenery and all woodwork on or about the stage.

From Chicago's Awful Theater Horror by Various