Seal Definition

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

"Seal" in song lyrics

See how seal is used in real songs:

  • "The surgeon general got me strapped down with a safety seal"
    The Almighty RSO f/ Eightball & MJG — Illicit Activity
  • "Targets make noise like a mutilated seal"
    Dre Dog — Piece of My Mind
  • "To brothers leaves, i'm elite, emceein' navy seal"
    Atoms Family f/ Da Cryptic One — Zone 2 Tha Tone

Usage tips for "seal"

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