Sealed

/siːld/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to close securely

She sealed the envelope before sending it off.

to fasten or close (a container, etc.) so as to prevent anything from entering or leaking out

Make sure to seal the jar tightly to keep the contents fresh.

to make something official or definite by signing or marking it

The agreement was sealed with a handshake.

adjective

closed or secured with a seal

The sealed box arrived at the airport without any damage.

not able to be opened without a break or damage

The sealed document contained sensitive information.

Middle English, from Old English 'seald' meaning 'to fasten, close'.

sealed with a kiss

A phrase indicating that something is finalized with affection.

sealed deal

An agreement that has been finalized.

sealed off

An area that has been closed to prevent entry.

seal

To fasten securely or to close something tightly.

sealing

The action of closing or fastening something.

Inaccessible or off-limits.

Since he didn't have the key, the information was sealed to him.

Guaranteed or ensured.

Once I signed the contract, my position was sealed.