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Definition of firebreak

firebreak

/ˈfaɪ.ɚˌbɹeɪk/
fire · break
Plural:firebreaks
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firebreak Lexical Profile

firebreak Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A strip of open or cleared land in a forest or prairie created to stop or slow the spread of a wildfire.

Example

"The forestry crew worked through the night to clear a wide firebreak along the ridge before the flames could reach the valley."

2

A protective measure, policy, or barrier designed to prevent a crisis, problem, or contagion from spreading further.

Example

"Central banks introduced strict capital requirements as a financial firebreak against future market collapses."

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• Nearby Words

firebombing
firebox
firebrand
firebreak
firebug
firecracker
firecracker flower

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Firebreak. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/firebreak
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