insulation
IPA: ɪnsʌɫˈeɪʃʌn
noun
- The act of insulating; detachment from other objects; isolation.
- The state of being insulated; detachment from other objects; isolation.
- Any of a variety of materials designed to reduce the flow of heat, either from or into a building.
- (engineering) The act of separating a body from others by nonconductors, so as to prevent the transfer of electricity, heat, or sound
- (engineering) The state of a body so separated.
- (electricity) a medium in which it is possible to maintain an electrical field with little supply of energy from additional sources.
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Examples of "insulation" in Sentences
- Cleanliness of the insulation remains imperative.
- THe insulation and the steel will melt very quickly.
- A first screen envelopes the insulation of the conductor.
- The insulation is continuous throughout the wall section.
- The electrical duct penetrates the insulation to reach the conductor.
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