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sealed

|sealed|

/siːld/

(seal)

closure or marine animal

Base Form	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Adjective
seal	seals	seals	sealed	sealed	sealing	sealable

Etymology

Etymology Information

'seal' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'seel', where 'sigillum' meant 'a small picture or sign'.

Historical Evolution

'seel' transformed into the Middle English word 'seal', and eventually became the modern English word 'seal'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a small picture or sign', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to close securely'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'seal'.

The envelope was sealed with wax.

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Adjective 1

closed tightly to prevent anything from entering or escaping.

The jar is sealed to keep the contents fresh.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45