adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Capable of withstanding fire, either permanently or for a pre-determined time.

Adjective

1. 1
   difficult to burn wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

fire-resistingfire-resistivefire-retardantfire-retardantfireprooffireproof

Example

More examples

"Tom forgot to equip fire-resistant armour before going up against the dragon."

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