Seal

/sˈiːl/

/ˈsiɫ/

Definición y Significado de "seal"

Seal

SUSTANTIVO

foca

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.

La foca se tumbó perezosamente en la orilla rocosa, disfrutando del cálido sol.

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

Los niños se rieron con deleite mientras observaban a las focas frolicando en las olas del acuario.

sello, frescos

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

sello, cuño

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

sello, cerradura

fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure

sellador, sellante

a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture

sello, emblema

an indication of approved or superior status

sello, firme

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

SEAL, Navy SEAL

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

piel de foca, pelaje de foca

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

sello, junta

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

VERBO

sellar

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.

Después de semanas de negociaciones, las dos partes finalmente sellaron la asociación comercial.

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

El agente inmobiliario ayudó a los compradores y vendedores a formalizar el trato en la compra de la propiedad.

sellar, cerrar de manera segura

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.

Ella usó un hierro caliente para sellar el sobre, asegurando que su contenido permaneciera confidencial.

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

El tarro de vidrio fue cerrado de manera segura con una tapa metálica roscada para mantener la calidad y durabilidad de su contenido.

sellar, fijar un sello

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.

El decreto real fue sellado con el sello oficial del monarca, lo que significa su autenticidad y autoridad.

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

El notario público selló el documento legal con su sello oficial, certificando su validez y legalidad.

sellar, aplicar un sellador

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.

El contratista selló el piso de concreto con un sellador impermeable para prevenir daños por agua y manchas.

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

Después de aplicar la tinta para madera, el artesano selló la superficie con un barniz transparente.

sellar, cerrar

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.

Antes de enviar, tuvieron que sellar el paquete con cinta.

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

Frustrados con la fuga, necesitaban sellar la grieta en la tubería.

cazar focas, cazar sellos

to engage in the activity of hunting seals

Intransitive

Example

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

La tribu indígena tradicionalmente caza focas durante los meses de invierno para sustentar su modo de vida.