fireproofing

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English

Definitions

verb

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.”

noun

The process of making something resistant to fire.
A fire-resistant coating or substance.

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Synonyms

incombustible noncombustible flameproofer rustproofing waterproofing weatherizing ignifuge chillproofing asbestosization toughening hardening firing weatherization insulation treatment frigidization

Rhymes

proofing spoofing goofing woofing roofing waterproofing hoofing rustproofing roof hung

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