insulate
US /ˈɪn.sə.leɪt/
UK /ˈɪn.sjə.leɪt/
動詞
1.
隔熱, 絕緣, 隔音
to cover or separate with a material that prevents or reduces the passage, transfer, or leakage of heat, electricity, or sound
範例:
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You can insulate the attic to keep the house warm in winter.
你可以給閣樓做隔熱處理，以保持房屋在冬天溫暖。
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The electrical wires are insulated with plastic.
電線用塑料絕緣。
2.
保護, 使隔離
to protect someone or something from unpleasant experiences or influences
範例:
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They tried to insulate their children from the harsh realities of life.
他們試圖讓孩子們遠離生活的殘酷現實。
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The company's size insulates it from minor market fluctuations.
公司的規模使其免受市場微小波動的影響。