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- [fleym-proof]
- /ˈfleɪmˌpruf/
- /ˈfleɪm.pruːf/
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- [fleym-proof]
- /ˈfleɪmˌpruf/
Definitions of flameproof word
- adjective flameproof resisting the effect of flames; not readily ignited or burned by flames. 1
- verb with object flameproof to make flameproof. 1
- noun flameproof (especially of a fabric) treated so as to be nonflammable. 1
- abbreviation FLAMEPROOF fire-resistant 1
- adjective flameproof Flameproof cooking dishes can withstand direct heat, so they can be used, for example, on top of a cooker or stove, or under a grill. 0
- adjective flameproof not liable to catch fire or be damaged by fire 0
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Origin of flameproof
First appearance:
before 1885 One of the 21% newest English words
First recorded in 1885-90; flame + -proof
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Parts of speech for Flameproof
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
flameproof popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
flameproof usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for flameproof
adjective flameproof
- nonflammable — not flammable; not combustible or easily set on fire.
- inflammability — capable of being set on fire; combustible; flammable.
- fire-retardant — able to slow or check the spread of destructive fire.
- fire-resistant — totally or almost totally unburnable.
- incombustible — not combustible; incapable of being burned; fireproof.
Antonyms for flameproof
adjective flameproof
- inflammable — capable of being set on fire; combustible; flammable.
Top questions with flameproof
- what is flameproof?
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