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