fireguard

• Существительное, обозначающее защитный барьер или экран: либо расчищенная полоса земли для предотвращения распространения лесных пожаров, либо металлический экран, устанавливаемый перед камином для безопасности.

A noun referring to a protective barrier or screen, either a cleared strip of land to prevent the spread of wildfires or a metal screen placed in front of a fireplace for safety.

1. Cleared area to stop fire spreadB2formal

   A strip of land that has been cleared of vegetation to prevent a wildfire from spreading.

   Противопожарная полоса

   • The firefighters created a fireguard around the village.
   • A wide fireguard was plowed to protect the forest.
   • They maintained the fireguard to ensure it remained effective.

   Synonymsfirebreak

2. Metal screen for fireplaceB2formal

   A protective metal screen placed in front of an open fireplace to prevent sparks and embers from escaping.

   Каминный экран

   • She placed a fireguard in front of the hearth for safety.
   • The antique fireguard was beautifully decorated.
   • Always use a fireguard when the fireplace is lit.

   Synonymsfire screen