See also: fire-proof

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Etymology

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From fire +‎ -proof.

Adjective

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fireproof (comparative more fireproof, superlative most fireproof)

  1. Resistant to damage from fire.
    Synonyms: fire-resistant, flame-retardant, refractory
    The fireproof safe will protect documents inside for up to four hours in a standard house fire.

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Verb

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fireproof (third-person singular simple present fireproofs, present participle fireproofing, simple past and past participle fireproofed)

  1. To make resistant to damage from fire.
    I hastily fireproofed my clothing somewhat by pouring a bucket of water over myself before dashing into the flames.