Seal

/sˈiːl/

/ˈsiɫ/

تعريف ومعنى "seal"

Seal

اسم

فُقْمَة, خَفَاشُ البَحْر

a large sea animal with flippers that eats fish, can live on land and in water, and is hunted by humans for its fur

What is a "seal"?

Seals are aquatic mammals that belong to the family Phocidae. They are characterized by their streamlined bodies, short, stiff fur, and flippers that are specially adapted for swimming in water. Seals are found in both polar and temperate waters and are divided into two groups: the true seals (also called earless seals) and the eared seals (also called sea lions and fur seals). True seals are distinguished by their lack of external ears and their ability to move on land by wriggling along on their bellies. Eared seals, on the other hand, have external ears and are able to walk on all fours using their flippers like legs. Seals are important predators in the marine food chain, feeding on fish, squid, and other marine animals, and they are also hunted by larger predators such as sharks and killer whales.

Example

The seal lounged lazily on the rocky shore, basking in the warm sunlight.

فُقْمَة استرخى بتكاسل على الشاطئ الصخري، يستمتع بأشعة الشمس الدافئة.

Children giggled with delight as they watched seals frolicking in the waves at the aquarium.

ضحك الأطفال بسعادة وهم يشاهدون فُقْمَات تتلاعب في الأمواج في الأكواريوم.

ختم, طابع

fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters

ختم, ختمة

a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents

ختم, سَداد

fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure

ختم, عازلة

a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture

ختم, شعار

an indication of approved or superior status

ختم, طابع

a stamp affixed to a document (as to attest to its authenticity or to seal it)

سير, نقطة تطور بحري

a member of a Naval Special Warfare unit who is trained for unconventional warfare

فروة أختام, صوف أختام

the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal

ختم, مانع تسرب

a material or device used to create a watertight or airtight barrier between two surfaces or components, preventing leaks and ensuring proper insulation

to seal

فعل

ختم, أبرم

to finalize a contract, deal, or agreement

conclude

Transitive: to seal a contract or deal

Example

After weeks of negotiations, the two parties finally sealed the business partnership.

The real estate agent helped the buyers and sellers seal the deal on the purchase of the property.

ختم, إغلاق

to close or secure something tightly to prevent access

plug

Transitive: to seal sth

Example

She used a hot iron to seal the envelope, ensuring its contents would remain confidential.

استخدمت مكواة ساخنة لإغلاق الظرف، لضمان بقاء محتوياته سرية.

The glass jar was sealed with a metal screw-on cap to maintain the quality and longevity of its contents.

تم إغلاق الجرة الزجاجية بغطاء معدني لولبي للحفاظ على جودة وطول عمر محتوياتها.

ختم, صادق

to affix a piece of wax or lead stamped with a distinctive design onto a document

Transitive: to seal a document

Example

The royal decree was sealed with the monarch's official seal, signifying its authenticity and authority.

The notary public sealed the legal document with their official seal, certifying its validity and legality.

ختم, عزل

to apply a protective coating or finish to a surface

Transitive: to seal a surface

Example

The contractor sealed the concrete floor with a waterproof sealant to prevent water damage and staining.

After applying the wood stain, the craftsman sealed the surface with a clear varnish.

ختم, إغلاق

to close, fasten, or secure something tightly or airtight using a sealant, adhesive, or other means to prevent the passage of air, water, or other substances

Transitive: to seal sth

Example

Before shipping, they had to seal the package with tape.

قبل الشحن، كان عليهم إغلاق الطرد بشريط.

Frustrated with the leak, they needed to seal the crack in the pipe.

محبطين من التسرب، كانوا بحاجة إلى إغلاق الفتحة في الأنبوب.

يُصطاد فقمة, يُطارد فقمة

to engage in the activity of hunting seals

Intransitive

Example

The indigenous tribe traditionally seals during the winter months to sustain their livelihood.

يُصطاد فقمة