winterize
Prepare for frost
Winterize means to prepare something for winter conditions.
You winterize a house by insulating pipes, sealing drafts, and servicing the heating system.
You winterize a car by checking antifreeze and switching to winter tires.
You winterize a pool by draining and covering it.
We need to winterize the cabin before the first frost.
Thermal transfer prevention
- weatherstrippingMaterial sealing door gaps
- caulkWaterproof gap filler
- furnaceEnclosed heat-producing structure
- thermostatAutomatic climate control device
boiler · ducts · chimney · attic · basement · heating · sealant · double-glazing
Engine cooling additive
- coolantTemperature-regulating fluid
- batteryPortable electricity storage
- tire-pressureAir force in wheels
- defrosterAppliance that melts ice
tune-up · belts · hoses · garage · headlights · alternator · thermostat
Cut logs for burning
- generatorElectricity-producing machine
- saltSodium chloride compound
- sandFine rock particles
- shovelTool for moving earth
gutters · downspouts · mulch · pruning · compost · lawn-mower
insulation
Thermal transfer prevention
- weatherstrippingMaterial sealing door gaps
- caulkWaterproof gap filler
- furnaceEnclosed heat-producing structure
thermostat · boiler · ducts · chimney · attic · basement · heating · sealant · double-glazing · foam
antifreeze
Engine cooling additive
- coolantTemperature-regulating fluid
- batteryPortable electricity storage
- tire-pressureAir force in wheels
defroster · tune-up · belts · hoses · garage · headlights · alternator · thermostat
firewood
Cut logs for burning
shovel · gutters · downspouts · mulch · pruning · compost · lawn-mower
layering
Forming successive strata
boots · gloves · scarves · hats · earmuffs · parka · insulated · waterproof · windproof · merino
stockpile
Accumulated reserve supply
- pantryHousehold provisions closet
- batteriesPortable energy storage units
- flashlightPortable electric lamp
candles · blankets · propane · kerosene · matches · radio · medications · tarp · duct-tape
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