flameproof

adjective

flame·proof | \ ˈflām-ˌprüf

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Definition of flameproof

: resistant to damage or burning on contact with flame

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Recent Examples on the Web In the flameproof casserole or other large pot over medium heat, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil. — BostonGlobe.com, "Recipe: A juicy braised chicken with crispy skin is a festive Seder dish or a mid-week Passover dinner," 23 Mar. 2021 In a large flameproof casserole over medium heat, heat the olive oil. — Jill Gibson, BostonGlobe.com, "Recipe: A Provencal chicken stew with artichokes, potatoes, and olives lets you feel far away without traveling," 2 Mar. 2021 In a large flameproof casserole over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. — Jill Gibson, BostonGlobe.com, "Recipe: The classic Turkish trio of lamb, eggplant, and tomatoes comes together in the Ottoman dish Sultan’s Delight," 23 Feb. 2021 Heat a large, deep skillet or flameproof casserole over medium heat. — Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, "Recipe: Simmer this vegetable curry, the easiest version imaginable, with a secret sauce," 19 Jan. 2021 The flameproof bag was moved to the jetway, where Chicago police's bomb squad and arson unit responded. — Artemis Moshtaghian And Eric Levenson, CNN, "Bomb squad responds to backpack putting out smoke on Southwest plane at Chicago airport," 18 Nov. 2019 With some butter, grease a heavy flameproof casserole large enough to hold the fish in a single layer. — Wolfgang Puck, Twin Cities, "Summer sauce: This fish dish highlights the season’s tomato harvest," 24 July 2019 In a large flameproof casserole, bring about 1½ inches of water and a large pinch of salt to a simmer over high heat. — Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, "Recipe: Salmon burgers in buns with corn salsa are the ultimate fish sandwiches," 22 July 2019 Heat the olive oil and butter in a large ovenproof saucepan or flameproof casserole. — Elise Taylor, Vogue, "The Hot and Hearty Pie Recipes to Kick Off Autumn in Your Kitchen," 21 Sep. 2018

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28 Mar 2021

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“Flameproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flameproof. Accessed 10 Apr. 2021.

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flameproof

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of flameproof

: not easily damaged by flames

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