aluminium foil

• Feuilles minces et flexibles de métal aluminium, utilisées pour emballer les aliments, cuisiner et divers usages domestiques.

Thin, flexible sheets of aluminum metal used for wrapping food, cooking, and various household purposes.

1. Cooking and food storageA2formal

   A thin, flexible sheet of aluminum used for wrapping, covering, or cooking food.

   papier aluminium

   • She wrapped the leftover pizza in aluminium foil.
   • Cover the dish with aluminium foil before baking.
   • Use aluminium foil to line the baking tray for easy cleanup.

2. Insulation and protectionB1formal

   A material used for thermal insulation, light reflection, or protecting surfaces.

   feuille d'aluminium

   • Aluminium foil is often used to insulate pipes.
   • The technician used aluminium foil to shield the circuit from interference.
   • They wrapped the food in aluminium foil to keep it warm.