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绝缘
juéyuán
Description
绝缘的意思是不让电流通过，或者跟某样东西完全没有关系了。
The meaning of "绝缘" is to prevent electric current from passing through, or to be completely unrelated to something.
我们常说橡胶和塑料是绝缘的，也可以说一个人跟坏习惯绝缘。
We often say rubber and plastic are "绝缘", and we can also say a person is "绝缘" from bad habits.
Meanings
绝缘juéyuán
to insulate; prevent electricity or heat passing through
这种材料能绝缘，不会导电。
This material is insulating and does not conduct electricity.
绝缘juéyuán
to be completely cut off from; have nothing to do with
他现在跟烟酒绝缘了。
He has now quit smoking and drinking.
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Notes
- Etymology
绝 (cut off) + 缘 (connection/edge), literally 'cut off the connection'.
- Nuance
sense 2 is often figurative, meaning to fully separate from a thing or habit.
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