heatproof
Speech parts
1. heatproof - Adjective
2. heatproof - Verb
Meaning
heatproof (comparative more heatproof, superlative most heatproof)
insulating and incombustible
For safety always use Bunsen burners on heatproof mats.
heatproof (third-person singular simple present heatproofs, present participle heatproofing, simple past and past participle heatproofed)
(transitive) To make insulating and incombustible.
Synonyms
Examples
Stir almost constantly with a heatproof spatula or wooden spoon for 4 minutes.
Meanwhile, strain juices from pan into a heatproof jug.
Break the dark and milk chocolates into pieces in a heatproof bowl.
For the mint cheesecake: In a large heatproof bowl, melt the white chocolate at 30-second intervals in the microwave at full power, stirring well after each heating.
Let cool just slightly, then scoop out the flesh and, using a ricer or food mill, mash the potatoes into a large heatproof mixing bowl.
Combine 1 1/2 cups butter, chocolate, and cocoa powder in a large heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, stirring often, until mixture is melted and smooth.