Cool MateMeaning of Seal
to close an envelope, etc. by sticking the edges of the opening together
In simple words: A sea animal that has flippers and can swim.
Seal in a sentence
- Please seal the envelope before you mail it to ensure the contents don't fall out.
- The workers seal the cracks in the pavement to prevent water damage.
- The archaeologists carefully seal the ancient tomb after completing their research.
- To maintain freshness, always seal the food tightly in an airtight container.
- The government decided to seal off the area to control the spread of the virus.
How to use Seal
Use 'seal' when referring to the animal or when discussing sealing something in a formal context. Avoid using in informal conversations unless referring to the animal.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a swimming seal playing in the ocean — its flippers help it glide through water.
Related words
Synonyms for Seal
- sea lion
- pinniped
- marine mammal
Opposites of Seal
- open
- unseal
- uncover
Common mistakes with Seal
- Confused with 'ceal' — make sure to remember the correct spelling.
- Using 'seal' when they mean 'sign' or 'approval'.
- Mispronouncing the word, often saying it like 'see-al'.
Seal appears in
Seal in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ختم، إغلاق
حيوان بحري له زعانف ويستطيع السباحة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সীলমোহর, বন্ধ করা
এক ধরণের সামুদ্রিক প্রাণী যার ফ্লিপার আছে এবং সাঁতার কাটতে পারে।
- GermanDeutsch
Siegel, Robbe
Ein Meeressäuger mit Flossen, der gut schwimmen kann.
- SpanishEspañol
Foca, Sellar
Un animal marino con aletas que puede nadar.
- Persianفارسی
مهر و موم کردن، بستن
یه حیوان دریایی که باله داره و میتونه شنا کنه.
- FrenchFrançais
Phoque, Sceau
Un animal marin qui a des nageoires et qui sait nager.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Seal
एक समुद्री जानवर जिसके पंख होते हैं और वह तैर सकता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Foca, Sigillare
Un animale marino che ha pinne e sa nuotare.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Foca, Selar
Um animal marinho que tem barbatanas e sabe nadar.
- RussianРусский
Тюлень, Запечатывать
Морское животное с ластами, которое умеет плавать.
- Urduاردو
مہر لگانا، بند کرنا
ایک سمندری جانور جس کے پر جیسے اعضاء ہوتے ہیں اور وہ تیر سکتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
Seal
A sea animal that has flippers and can swim.
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- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Seal
What does Seal mean?
A sea animal that has flippers and can swim.
What is the definition of Seal?
to close an envelope, etc. by sticking the edges of the opening together
How do you use Seal in a sentence?
Please seal the envelope before you mail it to ensure the contents don't fall out.
Can you give another example of Seal?
The workers seal the cracks in the pavement to prevent water damage.
What are synonyms for Seal?
Common alternatives include sea lion, pinniped, marine mammal.
What is the opposite of Seal?
Opposite meanings include open, unseal, uncover.
What words go with Seal?
It commonly pairs with carefully, properly, tightly, from, with, carefully, properly, tightly, from, with.
What are common mistakes when using Seal?
Confused with 'ceal' — make sure to remember the correct spelling. Using 'seal' when they mean 'sign' or 'approval'. Mispronouncing the word, often saying it like 'see-al'.
How do you pronounce Seal?
US: /["/siːl/","/siːlz/","/siːld/","/ˈsiːlɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/siːl/","/siːlz/","/siːld/","/ˈsiːlɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Seal?
Use 'seal' when referring to the animal or when discussing sealing something in a formal context. Avoid using in informal conversations unless referring to the animal.
What CEFR level is Seal?
"Seal" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.