Any of several fibrous mineral forms of magnesium silicate, used for fireproofing, electrical insulation, building materials, brake linings, chemical filters, suits, fireman's gloves, etc.
Any of asbestos-like forms of several minerals, asbestiforms
To insulate or buffer.
To coat or line with asbestos.
To expose to asbestos; to cause to suffer asbestosis.
Capable of withstanding fire, either permanently or for a pre-determined time.