fire screen

/ˌfaɪər ˈskrin/
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Other forms: fire screens

Definitions of fire screen
  1. noun
    a metal screen before an open fire for protection (especially against flying sparks)
    synonyms: fireguard
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    type of:
    screen
    a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame
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