verb
- preparing something for winter conditions by taking protective measures
Usage: present participle of winterize
Examples
- They are winterizing their vacation home by draining the pipes.
- The marina is winterizing all the boats before the cold weather arrives.
- Winterizing your car includes checking the antifreeze and battery.
- The gardener is winterizing the plants by covering them with burlap.
- We spent the weekend winterizing our pool for the season.
- The homeowner is winterizing the sprinkler system to prevent freezing.