insulation
//ˌɪn.sjəˈleɪ.ʃən//
Noun
insulationSingular
insulationsPlural
1
Material used to prevent the passage of heat, electricity, or sound from one area to another.
We added insulation to the walls to keep the house warm in winter.
2
The act or process of insulating something, especially to prevent heat loss or electrical conduction.
Proper insulation of the pipes will prevent them from freezing in winter.
3
The state of being insulated or protected from external influences.
Living in the countryside provided her with insulation from the stress of city life.