insulated
Pronunciation: [ˈɪn.sə.leɪ.tɪd]
Word
Context: “physical properties”
(adjective) when something is protected from outside heat, cold, or electricity. Insulated buildings or items keep the temperature inside comfortable by blocking outside changes.
Example
The insulated jacket kept me warm during the winter storm.
Example
The uninsulated walls let the cold air in, making the house chilly.
Example
Is this room insulated well enough to stay warm in winter?
Context: “action”
(verb) to cover or protect something so that it does not lose heat, sound, or electricity. When you insulate a pipe, you keep it from getting too hot or too cold.
Example
They insulated the pipes to prevent them from freezing in winter.
Example
If you don’t insulate those wires, they can cause a short circuit.
Example
Did you remember to insulate the attic before winter arrives?
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