insulation

• Nom désignant un matériau ou un état qui réduit ou empêche le transfert de chaleur, de son ou d'électricité, ainsi que l'action d'isoler ou de protéger quelque chose au moyen d'un tel matériau.

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.

indénombrable

1. State of isolationB2formal

   The condition of being separated or detached from others.

   État d'isolement

   • 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.

   Synonymesdetachmentisolationquarantineseclusionsegregationseparationsequestrationsolitude

   Antonymesconnectionexposureinteractioninvolvement

2. Thermal or acoustic materialB1formaltechnical

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

   isolant (matériau)

   • 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.

   Synonymesinsulantlaggingpadding

3. Protective coveringB1formaltechnical

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

   Isolation (protectrice)

   • 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.

   Synonymesbarrierbuffercoveringlaggingliningpaddingprotection

   Antonymesconductionexposuretransmission