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词汇 fireguard
释义 fireguard
noun[ C ]
UKuk /ˈfaɪə.ɡɑːd/ us /ˈfaɪr.ɡɑːrd/(USfirescreen)
a metal frame that is put in front of a fireplace to prevent burning wood or coal from falling onto the floor, or to prevent children or pets from burning themselves(壁炉的)炉栏,炉挡
 
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Examples from literature

Scissors and matches must not be left lying about, and a fireguard must be fixed in position so that it cannot be disturbed. 

Examples of fireguard


fireguard
This seems to be a glorified name for wardens and fireguards.
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We have, in fact, had no complaints for over a year about the shortage of any type of fireguard.
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For example, there is the requirement to have a fireguard round a fire if there are children present.
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He could have also insisted that no tenant should be given a house unless a fireguard was provided.
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Fireguards, except those incorporating heating elements, are still out.
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Other children will pull away a fireguard to explore behind it.
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Example from the Hansard archive. Contains Parliamentary information licensed under the Open Parliament Licence v3.0
For example, perhaps there was no fireguard round an open fire.
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Every house should have a fireguard round an open fire.
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Fixed fireguards are provided in all military families' hostels that have open fires.
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But action must be taken to ensure that fireguards are used.
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The objection has been raised that wire fireguards detract from the efficiency of a fire by absorbing heat.
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It is a dangerous theory that because fireguards have been put around these appliances children can be left alone and nothing will happen.
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But the principle of compulsory fireguard duty has been accepted without serious question for two and a half years.
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There has never been a tax on the fireguard.
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They include such things as children's clothing, babies' cots and fireguards.
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