Seal

/sˈiːl/

/ˈsiɫ/

Definizione e Significato di "seal"

Seal

SOSTANTIVO

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 si rilassava pigramente sulla riva rocciosa, godendosi il caldo sole.

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

I bambini ridacchiavano di gioia mentre guardavano le foche giocare tra le onde dell'acquario.

sigillo, segnatura

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

sigillo, timbro

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

chiusura, sigillo

fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure

sealing, sigillante

a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture

sigillo, marchio

an indication of approved or superior status

sigillo, timbro

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

seal, specialista delle operazioni navali

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

foca, pelliccia di foca

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

guarnizione, sigillo

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

legare

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.

sigillare, chiudere

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.

Ha usato un ferro caldo per sigillare la busta, garantendo che il suo contenuto rimanesse riservato.

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

Il barattolo di vetro è stato chiuso con un coperchio metallico avvitabile per mantenere la qualità e la durata del suo contenuto.

sigillare, apporre il sigillo

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.

sigillare, impermeabilizzare

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.

sigillare, chiudere

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.

Prima della spedizione, dovevano sigillare il pacco con del nastro.

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

Frustrati per la perdita, avevano bisogno di sigillare la crepa nel tubo.

cacciarsi foche, cacciare le foche

to engage in the activity of hunting seals

Intransitive

Example

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

La tribù indigena tradizionalmente caccia le foche durante i mesi invernali per sostenere il proprio sostentamento.