fire-resistant
AmericanEtymology
Origin of fire-resistant
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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But that disaster made his company, which focuses on fire-resistant and mould-resistant homes, even more relevant.
From BBC • Mar. 16, 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
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
Meanwhile, battery safety is improving all the time, with newer systems equipped with improved suppression systems and more fire-resistant battery chemistries.
From BBC • Sep. 10, 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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