insulation

• Существительное, обозначающее материал или состояние, которое уменьшает или предотвращает передачу тепла, звука или электричества, а также действие по изоляции или защите чего-либо с помощью такого материала.

A noun referring to a material or state that reduces or prevents the transmission of heat, sound, or electricity, or the act of isolating or protecting something with such material.

uncountable

1. State of isolationB2formal

   The condition of being separated or detached from others.

   Изоляция

   • The remote village enjoyed a peaceful insulation from modern life.
   • His insulation from the outside world was self-imposed.
   • The insulation of the patient was necessary to prevent infection.

   Synonymsdetachmentisolationquarantineseclusionsegregationseparationsequestrationsolitude

   Antonymsconnectionexposureinteractioninvolvement

2. Thermal or acoustic materialB1formaltechnical

   A material used to reduce or prevent the transfer of heat, sound, or electricity.

   Изоляция

   • Fiberglass is a common type of insulation used in homes.
   • The walls were filled with foam insulation to keep the house warm.
   • Sound insulation in the studio prevented noise from leaking out.

   Synonymsinsulantlaggingpadding

3. Protective coveringB1formaltechnical

   The act of surrounding something with a material that blocks the transmission of heat, sound, or electricity.

   Изоляция

   • Proper insulation of electrical wires is crucial for safety.
   • The insulation of the pipes prevented them from freezing in winter.
   • They added extra insulation to the attic to reduce energy costs.

   Synonymsbarrierbuffercoveringlaggingliningpaddingprotection

   Antonymsconductionexposuretransmission