insulation
Pronunciation: [ˌɪn.sʊˈleɪ.ʃən]
Context: "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.
Example
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.
Example
What type of insulation did you use to keep your energy bills low?
Context: "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.
Example
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.
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How does insulation help in stopping sound from traveling?
Context: "environment"
(noun) the act of protecting something by removing it from direct exposure, often related to temperature changes or harmful effects.
Example
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.
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Why is insulation important for protecting sensitive materials?