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seal

[siːl]

seal Definition

  • 1a sea animal that eats fish and lives near the coast or on ice
  • 2a design or symbol that is used to show that something is official, genuine, or belongs to a particular group
  • 3a piece of wax, lead, or other material with an individual design stamped into it, attached to a document as a guarantee of authenticity

Using seal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "seal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The seal was basking in the sun on the rocks.

  • Example

    The company's seal was embossed on the certificate.

  • Example

    The letter was sealed with wax.

  • Example

    The treaty was signed and sealed by the leaders of both countries.

seal Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with seal

  • an indication that something has been officially approved or endorsed

    Example

    The new product received the seal of approval from the industry experts.

  • to finalize an agreement or arrangement

    Example

    The two companies shook hands to seal the deal.

  • an indication that something has been tampered with or opened before it should have been

    Example

    The broken seal on the package made her suspicious of its contents.

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Summary: seal in Brief

The term 'seal' [siːl] can refer to a sea animal that eats fish and lives near the coast or on ice. It can also mean a design or symbol that indicates authenticity or belonging, such as a company logo or an official emblem. The phrase 'seal the deal' means to finalize an agreement or arrangement, while 'seal of approval' denotes official endorsement.

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