firewall
noun
1. (colloquial) the application of maximum thrust
- he moved the throttle to the firewall
Definition categories: act, drive, thrust
2. (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
Definition categories: man–made
3. a fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle
Definition categories: man–made, wall
verb
1. (transitive, computer security) To protect with a firewall.
2. (transitive, computer security) To block with a firewall.
3. (intransitive, motor vehicles or aircraft, slang) To use maximum acceleration.