insulation
BrE /ɪnˈsəʊleɪʃn/ AmE /ˌɪnsəˈleɪʃən/
noun en → es
material used to prevent heat or sound from passing through walls, floors, etc.
aislamiento, aislante
- insulation in the walls/floors/roof
Collocations thermal insulation · sound insulation
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The house needs better insulation.
La casa necesita un mejor aislamiento.
the act of protecting something from heat, cold, or sound
aislamiento, protección contra el calor o el frío
- provide insulation against sth
Collocations insulation against noise · insulation against cold
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The thick curtains provide good insulation against the cold.
Las cortinas gruesas proporcionan un buen aislamiento contra el frío.