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I 1. [si:l] noun1) (a piece of wax or other material bearing a design, attached to a document to show that it is genuine and legal.) sigiliu2) (a piece of wax etc used to seal a parcel etc.) ştampilă3) ((something that makes) a complete closure or covering: Paint and varnish act as protective seals for woodwork.) garnitură2. verb1) (to mark with a seal: The document was signed and sealed.)2) ((negative unseal) to close completely: He licked and sealed the envelope; All the air is removed from a can of food before it is sealed.)3) (to settle or decide: This mistake sealed his fate.)•- seal of approval
- seal off
- set one's seal to II [si:l] noun(any of several types of sea animal, some furry, living partly on land.) focă- sealskin
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