fireproof
|fire-proof|
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/ˈfaɪərˌpruːf/
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/ˈfaɪəˌpruːf/
resistant to fire
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fireproof' originates from the combination of 'fire' and 'proof', where 'proof' meant 'resistant to'.
Historical Evolution
'fireproof' changed from the Old English word 'fyr' (fire) and 'prūf' (proof) and eventually became the modern English word 'fireproof'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'resistant to fire', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make something resistant to fire.
They fireproofed the curtains in the theater.
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Adjective 1
resistant to fire; not easily burned.
The building materials are fireproof.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45