seal (EN)

noun, verb

noun “seal”

1. a type of marine animal that is often found in cold seas
   Mellen Iech un, fir d'Iwwersetzungen vun den Beispillsätz an d'monolingual Definitioune vun all Wuert ze gesinn.

   During our beach visit, we watched a group of seals basking in the sun on the rocky shore.
2. an impression of a stamp in wax used on letters to guaranteed authenticity
   The king pressed his signet ring into the hot wax, creating a seal on the envelope.
3. a tool used to create a pattern or mark on a softer material
   The king pressed his seal into the wax to authenticate the document.
4. a symbol or emblem that represents an organization or official position
   The letter had the university's seal printed at the bottom.
5. a device or material that shows if a container has been opened
   Before opening the jar with the pills, she checked to ensure the seal was intact.
6. a device used to stop fluids or gases from escaping through gaps
   The plumber recommended changing the seals in the faucet to stop the drip.

verb “seal”

1. to apply a seal to a document
   After signing the contract, the notary sealed the document with an official stamp.
2. to secure something in a way that opening it will show tampering
   She sealed the jar with a sticker to ensure its contents remained intact.
3. to make something airtight or watertight
   The plumber sealed the faucet tightly to prevent water leakage.
4. to block passage through a place
   The school sealed the main entrance due to the ongoing construction.
5. to stamp something to show it meets certain standards
   The beekeeper sealed each jar with a stamp indicating the honey's purity and weight.
6. to guarantee
   Her impressive presentation sealed her promotion at work.