winterize

verb

win·ter·ize ˈwin-tə-ˌrīz

winterized; winterizing

transitive verb

: to make ready for winter or winter use and especially resistant or proof against winter weather

winterize a car

winterization

ˌwin-tə-rə-ˈzā-shən

noun

Examples of winterize in a Sentence

They are winterizing their cars by adding antifreeze and putting on snow tires.

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It's advised to winterize vehicles and carry an emergency kit with essentials. —

Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024 When they’re properly maintained and winterized, rain barrels can last about 20 years. —

Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2024 Some of the restaurant's outdoor space is winterized as well, with a second fireplace in a three-seasons room that overlooks the lake. —

Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 2 Dec. 2024 Here’s everything to know about winterizing your vehicle as the weather cools across the state: Battery: Check its age and charge Anyone who has lived and driven in Phoenix long enough knows that car batteries have a half-life in America’s hottest big city. —

Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 7 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for winterize