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insulate

/ˈɪn.sjʊ.leɪt/

/ˈɪn.sə.leɪt/

insulateverb

insulated

Past Simple

insulated

Past Participle

insulating

ing-form

/ˈɪn.sjʊ.leɪt/

/ˈɪn.sə.leɪt/

Translations

isolerSens physique et figuré.

They insulated the attic to keep the house warm during winter.

Ils ont isolé le grenier pour garder la maison au chaud pendant l’hiver.

Additional translations

calorifugerSurtout pour l’isolation thermique.

Definitions

To cover or surround with a material that reduces or prevents the transmission of sound, heat, or electricity.

They insulated the attic to keep the house warm during winter.

To isolate or protect from external influences or disturbances.

The celebrity tried to insulate herself from the media frenzy.

Synonyms

Antonyms

insulatepast participle

Definitions

Provided with insulation; protected or isolated by means of an insulating material.

An insulated mug keeps beverages hot for several hours.

Separated or detached from outside influences; sheltered.

Raised on a remote island, she led an insulated life away from modern society.

insulategerund / present participle

Definitions

Serving to prevent the passage of heat, sound, or electricity; providing insulation.

Insulating tape is wrapped around the wires to prevent short circuits.