Meaning & use
winterized
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Prepared a building, vehicle, or piece of equipment to withstand cold weather conditions.
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They winterized the cabin by insulating the pipes and sealing the windows.
The mechanic winterized the boat before storing it for the season.
A note on using this word
Primarily used in North American English; the process typically includes draining fluids, insulating, and sealing against cold and moisture.
Words with a similar meaning
weatherproofedinsulated
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