winterproof
Sealed against frost
Winterproof means protected against or resistant to winter conditions—cold, snow, ice, and harsh weather.
As a verb, to winterproof is to prepare something for winter: We spent the weekend winterproofing the cabin.
The term applies to clothing, vehicles, homes, and outdoor equipment.
Similar in formation to weatherproof and waterproof.
Material sealing door gaps
- caulkWaterproof gap filler
- sealantGap-blocking substance
- fiberglassReinforced woven strand composite
- foamBubble-filled substance
double-glazing · insulation · r-value · cellulose · rockwool · polystyrene · housewrap · weatherize
Insulated hooded winter coat
- thermalsWarm air columns
- bootsAnkle-covering footwear
- mittensThumbed hand coverings
- balaclavaKnitted full-head hood
scarf · earmuffs · snowpants · fleece · woolen · anorak · overcoat · layering
Heat transfer device
- fireplaceIndoor structure for burning
- furnaceEnclosed heat-producing structure
- heaterDevice producing warmth
- woodstoveEnclosed firebox for heating
thermostat · boiler · baseboard · ductwork · chimney · kindling · firewood · kotatsu
weatherstripping
Material sealing door gaps
- caulkWaterproof gap filler
- sealantGap-blocking substance
- fiberglassReinforced woven strand composite
foam · double-glazing · insulation · r-value · cellulose · rockwool · polystyrene · housewrap · weatherize · airtight
parka
Insulated hooded winter coat
balaclava · scarf · earmuffs · snowpants · fleece · woolen · anorak · overcoat · layering · gore-tex
radiator
Heat transfer device
- fireplaceIndoor structure for burning
- furnaceEnclosed heat-producing structure
- heaterDevice producing warmth
woodstove · thermostat · boiler · baseboard · ductwork · chimney · kindling · firewood · kotatsu
hearth
Fireplace floor area
comforter · snug · flannel · toasty · hygge · nestled · cushioned · slippers · throw · fleece-lined
shutters
Hinged window coverings
- claddingOuter protective layer
- flashingRepeated brief illumination
- tarpaulinWaterproof protective sheeting
awning · windbreak · membrane · gasket · freeze-thaw
winterproofcold-sensitive
Vulnerable to low temperatures
uninsulated · exposed · unprotected · frost-tender · delicate
winterproofunprepared
Lacking readiness beforehand
unwinterized · fair-weather · seasonal · unfortified · unshielded