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winterized

 

[ ˈwɪntərˌaɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

weather preparation

To winterize something means to prepare it for the winter season, making necessary adjustments or modifications to ensure it can withstand cold temperatures and adverse weather conditions. This process is especially important for items like vehicles, homes, and outdoor equipment, as it helps prevent damage caused by freezing temperatures, snow, and ice. Common winterization tasks include insulating pipes, draining water systems, and applying antifreeze. By winterizing correctly, you can extend the life of your belongings and maintain their functionality during colder months.

Synonyms

insulate, prepare, protect

Examples of usage

  • We need to winterize the RV before the first snow.
  • The plumber is coming to winterize the pipes this weekend.
  • Make sure to winterize your garden tools to prevent rust.
  • It's essential to winterize your boat if you're not using it in the winter.

Translations

Translations of the word "winterized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preparado para o inverno

🇮🇳 सर्दियों के लिए तैयार किया गया

🇩🇪 winterfest

🇮🇩 disiapkan untuk musim dingin

🇺🇦 зимовий

🇵🇱 przygotowany na zimę

🇯🇵 冬用に準備された

🇫🇷 préparé pour l'hiver

🇪🇸 preparado para el invierno

🇹🇷 kışa hazırlanmış

🇰🇷 겨울 준비가 된

🇸🇦 مُعد لفصل الشتاء

🇨🇿 připravený na zimu

🇸🇰 pripravený na zimu

🇨🇳 为冬季做好准备

🇸🇮 pripravljen na zimo

🇮🇸 undirbúið fyrir veturinn

🇰🇿 қысқа дайындалған

🇬🇪 ზამთრისთვის მომზადებული

🇦🇿 qışa hazırlanan

🇲🇽 preparado para el invierno

Etymology

The term 'winterize' combines 'winter,' derived from Old English 'wintre,' which means 'cold season' or 'time of snow,' and 'ize,' a suffix used to form verbs indicating a process. The word became increasingly relevant during the 20th century, particularly in North America, as more people began to own seasonal homes, vehicles, and recreational equipment that required special care for winter conditions. The need to protect such assets from the harshness of winter resulted in the widespread adoption of the term within various industries, including automotive, home maintenance, and outdoor activities. As climate awareness continues to grow, the concept of winterization has also been linked to energy conservation efforts and sustainable practices, encouraging homeowners and businesses to adopt strategies that minimize energy waste and improve resilience against extreme weather phenomena.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,042, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.