weather strip

¹ American  

noun

1. a narrow strip of metal, wood, rubber, or the like placed between a door or window sash and its frame to exclude rain, wind, etc.

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weather-strip ² American  

[weth-er-strip] / ˈwɛð ərˌstrɪp /

verb (used with object)

weather-stripped, weather-stripping

1. to apply weather stripping to (something).

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weather strip British  

noun

1. Also called: weatherstripping.  a thin strip of compressible material, such as spring metal, felt, etc, that is fitted between the frame of a door or window and the opening part to exclude wind and rain

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Etymology

Origin of weather strip¹

An Americanism dating back to 1840–50

Origin of weather-strip²

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95

Example Sentences

If air is leaking under a door, consider using a felt weather strip that attaches to the bottom of the door with small nails, screws or adhesive tape.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 25, 2024

Central Maine Power said it is encouraging customers to weather strip windows and open drapes to let in heat from the sun and allow sunlight to reduce reliance on electricity during the cold spell.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 10, 2022

The utility said it is encouraging customers to weather strip windows and open drapes to let in heat from the sun and allow sunlight to reduce reliance on electricity during the cold spell.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 10, 2022