[fahyuh
r-trap] 
| 1. | a building that, because of its age, material, structure, or the like, is esp. dangerous in case of fire. |
| 2. | (in a building) any arrangement of structural, flooring, and finish members creating concealed passages through which fire can spread to other parts of the building. |
| fire·trap (fīr'trāp') n. A building that can catch fire easily or is difficult to escape from in the event of fire. |