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insulation /in·su·la·tion/ (in″sdbobr-la´shun)
1. the surrounding of a space or body with material designed to prevent the entrance or escape of radiant or electrical energy.
2. the material so used.

insulation
[in′səlā′shən]
a nonconducting substance that offers a barrier to the passage of heat or electricity.

insulation [in″sŭ-la´shun]
1. the surrounding of a space or body with material designed to prevent the entrance or escape of radiant energy.
2. the material so used.

insulation
1. the surrounding of a space or body with material designed to prevent the entrance or escape of radiant energy.
2. the material so used.


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