winterize
verb (used with object)
to prepare (an automobile, house, etc.) for cold weather by (in automobiles) adding antifreeze and changing oil or (in houses) adding insulation, heating units, etc.
winterization
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a word derived from
winterize.
Example Sentences
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A U.N. official who has worked in Gaza said the organization and other groups began preparations to bring winterization equipment into the enclave several months in advance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 13, 2025
“Without these winterization measures, it is anticipated that large amounts of soil and debris will be eroded from the landslide,” the city’s community development director wrote to the homeowners associations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 29, 2023
"These insights could lead to the design of next-generation winterization techniques that slowly release contaminants to promote facile ice shedding," said graduated PhD student Rukmava Chatterjee, first author of the paper.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 28, 2023
Henefin is overseeing work that includes a winterization project to make the water system less vulnerable and a plan to increase staffing at Jackson’s two treatment plants, which have had a shortage of skilled workers.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 23, 2022
Fixing windows is part of a broader winterization strategy laid out by aid agencies that includes buying tens of millions of dollars worth of blankets, coats, woolen hats and traditional felt boots.
From New York Times ● Sep. 19, 2022
