Seal

/sˈiːl/

/ˈsiɫ/

Definitie & Betekenis van "seal"

Seal

ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD

zeehond, zegel

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.

zegel, stempel

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

zegel, stempel

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

zegel, pakking

fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure

afdichter, coating

a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture

zegel, goedkeuringsstempel

an indication of approved or superior status

zegel, stempel

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

speciale eenheid, maritieme commando

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

zeehondvacht, zeehondhuid

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

afdichting, zegel

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

WERKWOORD

bezegelen, afronden

to finalize a contract, deal, or agreement

Transitive: to seal a contract or deal

afsluiten, verzegelen

to close or secure something tightly to prevent access

Transitive: to seal sth

afluiten, verzegelen

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

Transitive: to seal a document

afdichten, coaten

to apply a protective coating or finish to a surface

Transitive: to seal a surface

afsluiten, verzegelen

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

zeehonden jagen, zeehondejacht bedrijven

to engage in the activity of hunting seals

Intransitive

seal

underseal

Voorbeeld

Seals use their flippers to propel themselves through the water with remarkable agility, hunting for fish and other prey.

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

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

Seals play a vital role in marine ecosystems as top predators, helping maintain the balance of marine food webs and ecosystems.

The seal's whiskers, called vibrissae, help detect vibrations in the water, aiding in navigation and hunting.

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