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insulator
A material that is a very poor conductor of electricity.
The insulating material is usually composed of ceramic or fiberglass used in a transmission line and is designed to support a conductor physically and to separate it electrically from other conductors and supporting materials.
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Devices with high resistance to heat, electricity, or sounds; for example, electrical insulators prevent electricity from sending currents to other objects.
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