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sealing

SEE-lihng

Sealing (noun) means the act of closing something securely, or of applying a seal to it. Example: “The sealing of the jars is the final step in the canning process.”

noun
1
The act of closing something securely, or of applying a seal to it.
"The sealing of the jars is the final step in the canning process."
2
The hunting of seals (the marine mammal).
"The village once relied heavily on sealing for its economy."

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In plain EnglishEither closing something up tightly, or the historical practice of hunting seals.

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sealings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sealing” mean?

The word “sealing” means the act of closing something securely, or of applying a seal to it. In plain terms, either closing something up tightly, or the historical practice of hunting seals.

How do you pronounce “sealing”?

“Sealing” is pronounced SEE-lihng (/ˈsiːlɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “sealing” in a sentence?

Here is “sealing” used in a sentence: “The sealing of the jars is the final step in the canning process.”

What part of speech is “sealing”?

“Sealing” is a noun.

Is “sealing” a common word?

“Sealing” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “sealing” have?

“Sealing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of closing something securely, or of applying a seal to it.

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