fireguard

/ˌfaɪərˈgɑrd/
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Other forms: fireguards

Definitions of fireguard
  1. noun
    a narrow field that has been cleared to check the spread of a prairie fire or forest fire
    synonyms: firebreak
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    type of:
    field
    a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed
  2. noun
    a metal screen before an open fire for protection (especially against flying sparks)
    synonyms: fire screen
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    type of:
    screen
    a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame
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