insulated
ˈɪnsəˌleɪtɪd
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Definition of insulated - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
protectionprotected from heat, cold, or noise by material
  • The insulated walls keep the house warm.
isolated protected shielded
2.
isolationset apart or isolated from others
  • The insulated community had little contact with outsiders.
detached isolated secluded
3.
electricityTECH.electrically isolated from other conductorsTECH.
  • The insulated wires prevent electrical shocks.
isolated protected
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protected from the harsh truths of life
The wealthy often live insulated from reality, unaware of common struggles.
protected to stop heat from passing through
The heat-insulated mug keeps drinks warm longer.
protected against heat flow by special layers or materials
The pipes are thermally insulated to prevent freezing in winter.

Origin of insulated

Latin, insula (island) + -ate (to make)

Terms with insulated included in their meaning

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electricity
flexible insulated wire for electrical appliances
insulated storage
insulated bag to keep items cold
storage
insulated bag keeping food cool temporarily
power connection
flexible insulated wire used to connect electrical devices to a power source
clothing
insulated jacket for skiing activities
camping gear
insulated bag for sleeping, especially outdoors
cold weather gear
insulated and waterproof pants for cold and snowy activities
infrastructure
insulated wire buried in the ground to carry power or signals

Examples of insulated in a sentence

  • Insulated windows help reduce outside noise.
  • The village remained insulated from modern life.
  • She felt insulated from the rest of the team.
  • The insulated cable was crucial for the experiment.
  • Insulated gloves are essential for electricians.

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  1. French:isolé, replié, ...
  2. German:isoliert, abgeschieden, ...
  3. Italian:isolato, separato, ...
  4. Spanish:aislado, apartado, ...
  5. Portuguese:isolado, apartado, ...
  6. Chinese:绝缘的, 隔绝的, ...
  7. Japanese:断熱された, 孤立した, ...
  8. Arabic:مُعَزَّل, مَعزول, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְבֻדָּד, מְבוּדָד, ...
  10. Russian:утепленный, обособленный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:ізольований, відокремлений, ...
  12. Hindi:ऊष्मारोधित, अलग-थलग, ...
insulate
ˈɪnsjʊleɪt

Definition of insulate - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

tr.
1.
thermal protectionTECH.protect from heat, cold, or noise using materialTECH.
  • They insulated the attic to save on heating costs.
isolate protect shield
2.
electrical safetyTECH.cover with material to prevent electricity flowTECH.
  • The wires are insulated to prevent shocks.
isolate shield
3.
isolationisolate or separate from external influences
  • The community tends to insulate itself from the outside world..
isolate separate shield
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protect oneself from unpleasant experiences
She tried to insulate herself from the criticism by avoiding social media.

Origin of insulate

Latin, insulatus (made into an island)

Examples of insulate in a sentence

  • The company offers services to insulate pipes against freezing.
  • They insulated the attic to save energy.
  • Pipes should be insulated to prevent freezing.
  • They decided to insulate the village from outside influences.
  • The company aims to insulate its operations from market fluctuations.

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  1. French:isoler, séparer, ...
  2. German:dämmen, abschotten, ...
  3. Italian:isolare, ...
  4. Spanish:aislar, separar, ...
  5. Portuguese:isolar, proteger, ...
  6. Chinese:绝缘, 隔离, ...
  7. Japanese:断熱する, 絶縁する, ...
  8. Arabic:عَزَلَ, غَطَّى, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְבַדֵּד, לְהִסְתַּגֵּר, ...
  10. Russian:изолировать, обособлять, ...
  11. Ukrainian:ізолювати, ...
  12. Hindi:रोधक परत लगाना, ढकना, ...
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