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| 1. | [ noun ] (informal) the application of maximum thrust | |
| Examples: | "he slammed the throttle to the firewall" |
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| Related terms: | drive colloquialism | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (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 | |
| Related terms: | security_system computer_science | |
| 3. | [ noun ] (architecture) fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building | |
| Related terms: | wall | |
| Similar spelling: |
Fiorillo Fiorello Fiorelli firewheel fire-wheel fire_wheel |
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