Insulator Definition

ĭnsə-lātər, ĭnsyə-
insulators
noun
insulators
A material that insulates, especially a nonconductor of sound, heat, or electricity.
American Heritage
Anything that insulates.
Webster's New World
A device that insulates.
American Heritage

A substance that does not transmit heat (thermal insulator), sound (acoustic insulator) or electricity (electrical insulator).

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Other Word Forms of Insulator

Noun

Singular:
insulator
Plural:
insulators

Origin of Insulator

  • From insulate 'to isolate' (itself from Latin insula 'island') + suffix -or

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Insulator Sentence Examples

  • If any sensible current flows through this insulator the galvanometer will show a deflection.

  • Theoretically this requires an infinite plate; or a perfect heat insulator, so that the lateral flow can be prevented or rendered negligible.

  • Heavy-weight fleece - Creates a warm thermal layer and is a perfect insulator for extremely cold weather.

  • This type of roof is not only attractive, but is a great insulator and heat controller.

  • Take care not to contact the porcelain insulator or the center electrode as they can be easily damaged.

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Words Starting With

IININS

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RORTOR

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