INSULATE


Meaning of INSULATE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈɪnsjuleɪt ]

v.tr. 1 prevent the passage of electricity, heat, or sound from (a thing, room, etc.) by interposing non-conductors. 2 detach (a person or thing) from its surroundings; isolate. 3 archaic make (land) into an island. øinsulating tape an adhesive tape used to cover exposed electrical wires etc. øøinsulation n. [L insula island + -ATE(3)]

English main colloquial, spoken dictionary.      Английский основной разговорный словарь.