insulate

Meaning

Verb

  • To separate, detach, or isolate.
  • To separate a body or material from others, e.g. by non-conductors to prevent the transfer of electricity, heat, etc.

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Origin

  • From Late Latin insulatus, past participle of insulo, from insula; see insular.

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