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Vocabulary Entry
weather-strip
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A strip of material used to seal gaps or joints, typically in doors or windows, to prevent air or water from passing through.
Example Sentences
"We installed a weather-strip on the door to keep the cold air out."
"The weather-strip was worn out and needed to be replaced."
"Make sure you check the weather-strips around your windows before winter."
V
verb
To fit or apply a weather-strip to a surface to seal it from the elements.
Example Sentences
"We need to weather-strip the patio doors before the rain starts."
"She plans to weather-strip the basement windows this weekend."
"It's important to weather-strip entry points to save on energy costs."