fireproofness
|fire-proof-ness|
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/ˈfaɪərˌpruːfnəs/
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/ˈfaɪəˌpruːfnəs/
(fireproof)
resistant to fire
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fireproof' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'fire' and 'proof', where 'fire' meant 'flame' and 'proof' meant 'resistant'.
Historical Evolution
'fireproof' changed from the Middle English word 'firproof' and eventually became the modern English word 'fireproof'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'resistant to fire', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being resistant to fire.
The fireproofness of the building materials was tested rigorously.
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Last updated: 2025/02/28 22:07