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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Or adapt these candles for other holidays by winterizing them in blue, dark green, or maroon frosting colors. —

Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2024 The best time to winterize the pool is when outdoor temperatures consistently dip between 60 and 65°F. —

Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024 When to Apply Winter Fertilizer The best time to winterize a lawn depends on your type of grass. —

Michelle Ullman, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2024 Given rising temperatures, pool owners aren’t likely to start winterizing things just yet. —

Mahnoor Khan, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for winterize