What does insulation mean?

protection that reduces the passage of heat, sound, or electricity material used to limit heat, sound, or electricity passing through

How is insulation pronounced?

UK /ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən/, US /ˌɪnsəˈleɪʃən/.

/ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən/ · /ˌɪnsəˈleɪʃən/

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隔热；隔音；绝缘

n. protection that reduces the passage of heat, sound, or electricity

隔热；隔音；绝缘

n. material used to limit heat, sound, or electricity passing through

隔热或绝缘材料

The new roof insulation keeps our bedroom warm.

新装的屋顶隔热层让我们的卧室保持温暖。

Improving insulation in older homes can reduce energy consumption and lower heating costs during winter.

改善老旧住宅的保温性能可以减少能源消耗，降低冬季取暖费用。

通常不可数；可指隔绝作用，也可指所用材料。

What does insulation mean?: protection that reduces the passage of heat, sound, or electricity material used to limit heat, sound, or electricity passing through
How is insulation pronounced?: UK /ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən/, US /ˌɪnsəˈleɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.