sealant — A substance used to seal gaps or joints to prevent leakage of fluids
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A substance used to seal gaps or joints to prevent leakage of fluids
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsiːlənt/
Korean meaning: 틈새나 접합부를 막아 액체나 기체의 누출을 방지하는 물질, 밀폐제
Korean pronunciation: **씰**런트
Example Sentences
- The plumber squeezed sealant like toothpaste, but unfortunately it wasn't minty fresh.
- Use a high-quality sealant to prevent air leaks in your windows.
- The roof sealant worked so well that even the rain gave up trying to get in.
sealant
NOUN//ˈsiːlənt//
A substance used to seal gaps or joints to prevent leakage of fluids
a skilled handyman carefully applies clear sealant along the gap between the bathtub and wall tiles using a caulking gun. The thick, smooth substance fills the empty space as he moves the tool steadily along the joint. Before the sealant application, water droplets were seeping through the cracks onto the floor. Now the gap becomes completely sealed as the protective material hardens in place. A homeowner watches nearby, holding towels and pointing to other areas that need attention. a substance being used to seal gaps and joints to prevent leakage of fluids
Excellent sealant makes water repellent!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
seal(봉인하다)과 -ant(~하는 것)가 결합된 단어로, '봉인하는 물질'이라는 의미에서 유래했습니다.
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📝Examples
“The plumber squeezed sealant like toothpaste, but unfortunately it wasn't minty fresh.”
“Use a high-quality sealant to prevent air leaks in your windows.”
“The roof sealant worked so well that even the rain gave up trying to get in.”
“Make sure the old sealant is completely removed before applying the new one.”
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