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refractory
/ɹɪˈfɹæk.təɹ.i/
noun
A material or piece of material, such as a brick, that has a very high melting point.
adjective
Obstinate and unruly; strongly opposed to something.
Not affected by great heat.
Similar: fireproof, heat-resistant
Difficult to treat.
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