insulator

Meaning

  1. A substance that does not transmit heat (thermal insulator), sound (acoustic insulator) or electricity (electrical insulator).
  2. A non-conductive structure, coating or device that does not transmit sound, heat or electricity (see image)
  3. A person who installs insulation.

Synonyms

non-conductor

poor conductor

dielectric body

insulating material

Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈɪn.sjə.leɪ.tə(ɹ)/
Etymology

From insulate + -or.

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