Definition of Firewall

1. Noun. (colloquial) the application of maximum thrust. "He moved the throttle to the firewall"

Generic synonyms: Drive, Driving Force, Thrust
Language type: 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.
Generic synonyms: Security System
Category relationships: Computer Science, Computing

3. Noun. A fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle.
Generic synonyms: Wall

Definition of Firewall

1. a computer component that prevents unauthorized access to data [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Firewall

fireships
fireside
fireside
firesides
firestone
firestones
firestorm
firestorms
firetail
firethorn
firethorns
firetrap
firetraps
firetruck
firetrucks
firewall (current term)
firewalls
firewater
firewaters
fireweed
fireweed
fireweeds
firewheel tree
firewood
firewood
firewoods
firework
firework
fireworks
fireworm

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