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English to English noun
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(colloquial) the application of maximum thrust |  | Example: he moved the throttle to the firewall
source: wordnet30
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(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 |  | source: wordnet30
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a fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle |  | source: wordnet30
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