SEAL

(noun) any of numerous marine mammals that come on shore to breed; chiefly of cold regions
(noun) a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents
synonyms : stamp
(noun) fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure
(noun) a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture
(noun) fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters
synonyms : sealing wax
(noun) an indication of approved or superior status
synonyms : cachet , seal of approval
(noun) a stamp affixed to a document (as to attest to its authenticity or to seal it)
"the warrant bore the sheriff's seal"
(noun) a member of a Naval Special Warfare unit who is trained for unconventional warfare
"SEAL is an acronym for Sea Air and Land"
synonyms : navy seal
(noun) the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal
"a coat of seal"
synonyms : sealskin
(verb) decide irrevocably
"sealing dooms"
(verb) hunt seals
(verb) cover with varnish
synonyms : varnish
(verb) close with or as if with a seal
"She sealed the letter with hot wax"
(verb) make tight; secure against leakage
"seal the windows"
synonyms : seal off
(verb) affix a seal to
"seal the letter"

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