noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
winter-proofing a house; insulating a house for winter
Refers to the practice of wrapping or covering a house, especially in snowy regions, to protect it from cold and snow damage. Often involves straw mats, boards, or modern materials.
雪国では、冬になる前に家の冬囲いをする。
In snow country, people winter-proof their houses before winter comes.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
winter covering for plants; protecting crops from winter cold
Specifically for plants and crops: wrapping trees, shrubs, or garden plants with straw, burlap, or other materials to prevent frost and snow damage.
庭の松の木に冬囲いを施した。
We put winter covering on the pine tree in the garden.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
winter covering for boats; covering unused boats in winter
A regional practice, especially in fishing villages, of covering boats with straw mats or tarps to protect them during the winter off-season.
漁師たちは使わない船に冬囲いをした。
The fishermen put winter coverings on the unused boats.