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1. firewall
noun. ['ˈfaɪrwɑːl'] (colloquial) the application of maximum thrust.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- fire (English)
- fier (Middle English (1100-1500))
- wall (English)
- wall (Middle English (1100-1500))
Rhymes with Firewall
- agarwal
- caterwaul
How do you pronounce firewall?
Pronounce firewall as ˈfaɪrwɑl.
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Sentences with firewall
1. Noun, singular or mass
ZoneAlarm is a free firewall that many people use.
2. Adjective
Disable router firewalls by logging in to the administration interface of your router and looking for a firewall section.
2. firewall
noun. ['ˈfaɪrwɑːl'] a fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle.
Etymology
- fire (English)
- fier (Middle English (1100-1500))
- wall (English)
- wall (Middle English (1100-1500))
3. firewall
noun. ['ˈfaɪrwɑːl'] (computing) a security system consisting of a combination of hardware and software that limits the exposure of a computer or computer network to attack from crackers; commonly used on local area networks that are connected to the internet.
Etymology
- fire (English)
- fier (Middle English (1100-1500))
- wall (English)
- wall (Middle English (1100-1500))