insulation
noun/ˌɪnsəˈleɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #6,276 most common English word
Meaning
Material used to prevent heat, sound, or electricity from passing through.
Example sentence
Thick insulation in the walls keeps the house warm during winter.
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