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| berm |
a low wall, mound, or barrier of earth, often one banked against the foundation of a building, to help insulate it. [1/3 definitions] |
| friction tape |
a sturdy cloth or plastic adhesive tape that is moisture-resistant and is used esp. to insulate electrical wires. |
| insulation |
material used to insulate. [1/2 definitions] |
| insulator |
a material or device that does not conduct electricity, such as an object of glass or porcelain, that is used to insulate and support electric wires. [1/2 definitions] |
| jacket |
a covering made to insulate, protect, or encase what is inside. [1/3 definitions] |
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