Definition and Synonyms for Insulate

Definition of Insulate

1. Protect from heat, cold, or noise by surrounding with insulating material Verb
2. Place or set apart Verb

insulant
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1. insulating material that reduces or prevents the transmission of heat or sound or electricity
insulator
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1. a material such as glass or porcelain with negligible electrical or thermal conductivity
insulation
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1. the state of being isolated or detached
2. the act of protecting something by surrounding it with material that reduces or prevents the transmission of sound or heat or electricity
3. insulating material that reduces or prevents the transmission of heat or sound or electricity

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Etymology for insulate