non-insulating

in·su·late

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Definitions of non-insulating word

verb with object non-insulating to cover, line, or separate with a material that prevents or reduces the passage, transfer, or leakage of heat, electricity, or sound: to insulate an electric wire with a rubber sheath; to insulate a coat with down. 1
verb with object non-insulating to place in an isolated situation or condition; segregate. 1

before 1530

One of the 29% oldest English words

First recorded in 1530-40, insulate is from the Latin word insulātus made into an island. See insula, -ate1

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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