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1. (noun) firewall
(colloquial) the application of maximum thrust
"he moved the throttle to the firewall"

2. (noun) firewall
(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

3. (noun) firewall
a fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle

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Kernerman English Learner’s Dictionary

1. (noun) firewall
a computer program that prevents other computers from gaining access to your system

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