insulation
Произношение: [ˌɪn.sʊˈleɪ.ʃən]
Контекст: «building construction»
(noun) a material that keeps things warm or cold. It helps keep the temperature inside a building comfortable by stopping heat from moving in or out.
Пример
The new house has excellent insulation, so it stays warm in winter and cool in summer.
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Without insulation, the house gets too cold at night.
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What type of insulation did you use to keep your energy bills low?
Контекст: «science»
(noun) a way to prevent the transfer of heat, sound, or electricity. It's like putting a barrier so that heat doesn't escape or noise doesn’t come in.
Пример
They used insulation around the electrical wires to prevent any energy loss.
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The walls lacked proper insulation, which made the noise from the street very loud inside.
Пример
How does insulation help in stopping sound from traveling?
Контекст: «environment»
(noun) the act of protecting something by removing it from direct exposure, often related to temperature changes or harmful effects.
Пример
Insulation of the pipes prevented them from freezing during the winter.
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Without proper insulation, the fragile plant did not survive the frost.
Пример
Why is insulation important for protecting sensitive materials?