fire-brick

A worker places a fire-brick into the furnace lining.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Heat-resistant brick: "fire-brick" is a type of brick made from refractory ceramic material that can withstand high temperatures, typically used in furnaces, kilns, fireplaces, and chimneys.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The furnace was lined with fire-brick to protect the outer structure from the intense heat. (A heat-resistant brick used in industrial or domestic heating appliances.)
  • The blacksmith used fire-brick to construct the forge, as it can endure temperatures over 1,000 degrees Celsius. (A brick designed for extreme thermal conditions.)

Advanced Usage

• "fire-brick lining": a layer of fire-brick applied to the interior of a furnace or chimney.

  • The old chimney required a new fire-brick lining to prevent heat damage to the surrounding walls. (The inner surface is covered with fire-brick for insulation.)

• "fire-brick mortar": a specialized bonding material used to join fire-bricks.

  • The mason mixed fire-brick mortar to ensure the joints could withstand the same high temperatures as the bricks. (Mortar formulated for refractory applications.)

Variants and Related Words

• Firebrick (n, alternative spelling): same as "fire-brick", often written as a single word.

  • The kiln was built with standard firebrick from the local supplier. (Another common spelling.)

• Refractory brick (n): a synonym for fire-brick, emphasizing its ability to resist heat.

  • Refractory brick is essential in steelmaking furnaces. (A technical term for fire-brick.)

Synonyms

• Refractory brick: a brick that resists high temperatures.
• Heat-resistant brick: a brick designed to withstand heat without cracking or melting.
• Furnace brick: a brick specifically used in furnace construction.

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