vuurproef — meaning in English
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English meaning
- crucible noun A heat-resistant container used to melt metals or heat chemicals at very high temperatures.
Senses
vuurproef is used for these senses in English:
- crucible (figuratively) A very difficult and trying experience, that acts as a refining or hardening process.
- trial by fire A test in which a person is exposed to flames in order to assess their truthfulness, commitment, courage etc.
- trial by fire (idiomatic, by extension) Any ordeal which tests one's strength, endurance or resolve.
crucible — full definition
- noun A heat-resistant container used to melt metals or heat chemicals at very high temperatures.
- noun A difficult, intense experience that tests or shapes a person's character.
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