fireproofing

1 of 2

noun

fire·​proof·​ing ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌprü-fiŋ 

1

: material used to make something fireproof

asbestos used as fireproofing

2

: the act of making something fireproof : the act of protecting something using fireproof materials

When the temperature reaches 2,000 degrees, fireproofing becomes a joke.

—Thaddeus Kusmierski

fireproofing adjective

a fireproofing treatment

fireproofing agents

fireproofing

2 of 2

present participle of fireproof entry 2

Examples of fireproofing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Our work was industrially focused, including water and wastewater, power utilities, commercial fireproofing, FDOT, marine industries and, in general, corrosion protection of steel and concrete structures. — Marci Woodward, Sun Sentinel, 25 Sep. 2026

Timberline Glamping identified an issue with a batch of canvas tents that prevent fireproofing and waterproofing treatments from working together, and glampsites using those tents will remain closed. — Christopher Derose, CBS News, 10 June 2026

Lax enforcement Politicians in the city have flagged that many of the city’s buildings are rapidly aging and in need of better fireproofing. — Chad De Guzman, Time, 27 Nov. 2025

Asbestos was used by building and construction industries for strengthening cement and plastics as well as for insulation, roofing, fireproofing and sound absorption. — Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025

New developments and property renovations in at risk areas would need to incorporate certain fireproofing element such as using ignition-resistant building materials for decks and gutters. — Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025

Some common projects to lower premiums include storm-resistant windows, a new roof, and fireproofing, according to Guardian Service. — Rachel Barber, USA Today, 11 July 2025

The grief these residents are experiencing is compounded by the permitting, fireproofing, and other requirements to comply with California’s building codes. — Audrey Fahlberg, National Review, 3 May 2025

Not only are many wealthy buyers seeking temporary and permanent places to live at the moment, but the home’s concrete structure offers natural fireproofing. — Kim Velsey, Curbed, 31 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1838, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for fireproofing

• waterproofing
• proofing
• roofing
• spoofing