Definition

Not affected by high temperatures, often used to describe materials that can withstand heat without being damaged.

Example

The heatproof pot can be placed directly on the stove without any risk of melting.

Conversation

I just bought a new set of baking dishes that are heatproof.

Oh, that sounds great! I always worry about using the wrong dishes in the oven.

Yeah, it's nice to know they can handle high temperatures.

Definitely! It makes baking so much less stressful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heatproof → It is formed from "heat" (from Old English "hætu", meaning warmth or high temperature) and "proof" (from Old English "prūf", meaning resistant or tested). The word "heatproof" means resistant to heat or able to withstand high temperatures without damage.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'resistant' ('proof') to 'warmth' ('heat') — that's why heatproof means it can withstand high temperatures.

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