Adjective
remember to store valuable papers in a fireproof box Verb
The building was not fireproofed.
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Adjective
Its slim design takes up little space in a backpack, purse, or even a pocket, while a fireproof casing and internal temperature control ensure your teen stays safe during every recharge.—Patrice J. Williams, Parents, 12 July 2024 House of the Dragons' contradictions on whether Targaryens are fireproof
Emma D'Arcy and Matt Smith in the Game of Thrones prequel House of DragonHBO Max
Despite the Leana scene, House of the Dragon has been somewhat unclear on the point of which firey encounters will result in injury or death.—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 8 July 2024
Verb
Like Mayer, Hoehne reacted not by scheming to burn it all down—in her view, the Trumpists and petroleum companies were taking care of that—but by trying to fireproof the system.—E. Tammy Kim, The New Yorker, 27 June 2024 In the latest development, the state is trying to thread the needle by requiring insurers to offer a discount when residents fireproof their homes.—Kyle Bagenstose, USA TODAY, 11 July 2022 See all Example Sentences for fireproof
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