Definition of "nonconducting" [non•con•duct•ing]

• That does not conduct (electricity or heat). (adjective)

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• "If possible, stand on something dry and nonconducting, such as a mat or folded newspapers."
• "Electrical wires can also produce heat and fire if they are left bare—without nonconducting insulation—near flammable material, such as wood or sawdust."
• "In this type of fire, therefore, the extinguishing agent should be nonconducting."