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refractory-lined

refractory-lined

9.9
With an inner layer of heatproof material that protects against very high heat
  • adjective
  • Specialized
translation icon : refractario
  • Most of these devices have refractory-lined combustion chambers.

Examples

  • Refractory-lined containers are essential for safely handling molten metals during production.

  • The factory installed refractory-lined kilns to ensure durability under extreme temperatures.

  • Many industrial furnaces are equipped with refractory-lined interiors to withstand high heat.

Synonyms

fire-resistive
vsrefractory-lined
  • Specialized
5.6

A material or building that is difficult to burn and able to stay whole in a fire for some time

has an inner lining built to endure continuous extreme heat rather than brief fires

How Heat-Resistant

refractory-lined
  • Specialized
9.9
heatproof
1 3.5

Surface Forms

refractory-lined positive

Morphology

refractory-lined = refractory + line (transparent) = refractory + line + ed

The adjective straightforwardly denotes 'lined with refractory material' and follows regular English compounding with a participial form.

Etymology

Refractory-lined comes from refractory, a Latin word meaning 'stubborn' or 'resisting', and lined, which means 'having an inner layer'. So a refractory-lined furnace has a strong inner layer that 'refuses' to melt or change in very high heat, which is why it protects the outer walls.