Meaning & use

sealing

noun·Everyday

The process of closing or fastening something tightly so that it cannot leak or open.

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The sealing of the jars is essential to keep the homemade jam fresh for months.

Proper sealing around the windows stops cold air from entering the house in winter.

A note on using this word

Sealing is the noun and gerund form of the verb seal; it often appears in compounds like heat-sealing or weatherproof sealing.

Words with a similar meaning

closingfastening

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