fireproof

[ fahyuhr-proof ]

adjective

1. resistant to destruction by fire.
2. totally or almost totally unburnable.

verb (used with object)

1. to make fireproof.

fireproof

/ ˈfaɪəˌpruːf /

adjective

1. capable of resisting damage by fire

verb

1. tr to make resistant to fire

Other Words From

• non·fireproof adjective
• quasi-fireproof adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of fireproof¹

First recorded in 1630–40; fire + -proof

Example Sentences

Lawyers have told the BBC they have been advised by police to work from home, board up office windows and install fireproof letterboxes.

From BBC

They told the BBC they had been advised by police to work from home, board up office windows and install fireproof letterboxes.

From BBC

Subterranean refuges: Wombat burrows can serve as fireproof shelters for small mammals, birds and reptiles during and after extreme fires.

From New York Times

Fond of a cigar – he had a pocket to store them in his fireproof overalls – a glass of wine, and a good story, he was a familiar figure in the paddock.

From BBC

Detailed survey reports now confirm the central fire alarm system and fireproof padding follow safety specifications.

From BBC