heatproof
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of heatproof
First recorded in 1905–10; heat ( def. ) + -proof ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Pour the rendered chicken fat into a large, heatproof bowl, leaving a small amount in the pan.
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Each is made from five 8 1/2-by-11 sheets of glossy photo paper hung vertically and joined by heatproof tape.
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Boil the peanuts: Find a heatproof plate or pot lid that is just smaller than the diameter of your large stockpot and set it near your work area.
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You will need a stemmed Irish coffee mug or another heatproof mug, and a kitchen torch or long matches.
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Add the whiskey and honey to a heatproof mug.
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