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self-sealing

/ˌselfˈsiː.lɪŋ/

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adjective

C2formalcommontechnical/ˌselfˈsiː.lɪŋ/

Describes an object or material that is designed to automatically seal itself when punctured or damaged, commonly used in engineering and manufacturing contexts.

ruОписывает объект или материал, который спроектирован так, чтобы автоматически запечатываться при проколе или повреждении; обычно используется в контексте инженерии и производства.esDescribe un objeto o material diseñado para sellarse automáticamente al ser perforado o dañado; se usa comúnmente en contextos de ingeniería y fabricación.frDécrit un objet ou un matériau conçu pour se sceller automatiquement en cas de perforation ou de dommage ; généralement utilisé dans les contextes de l'ingénierie et de la fabrication.deBezeichnet einen Gegenstand oder ein Material, das so konstruiert ist, dass es sich bei einem Einstich oder einer Beschädigung automatisch wieder abdichtet; wird vor allem in Technik und Fertigung verwendet.ptDescreve um objeto ou material projetado para se vedar automaticamente quando perfurado ou danificado; usado geralmente em contextos de engenharia e manufatura.zh指设计成在刺穿或损坏后能自动密封的物体或材料,常用于工程和制造领域。arيصف شيئًا أو مادة مصممة لتُغلق نفسها تلقائيًا عند ثقبها أو تعرضها للتلف، ويُستخدم عادةً في السياقات الهندسية والصناعية.

  1. Self-repairing after puncture C1 formal

    Describes a material or object that can automatically close or seal a hole or puncture made in it, preventing leakage.

    • The new bicycle tire is self-sealing, so a small nail won't cause a flat.
    • Self-sealing fuel tanks are used in military aircraft to prevent fires.
    • The inflatable boat has a self-sealing layer that repairs minor punctures instantly.

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  2. Requires no moisture for sealing B2 formal

    Describes an envelope or container that can be closed securely without needing to be licked or moistened.

    • These self-sealing envelopes are convenient for mass mailings.
    • The package uses a self-sealing adhesive strip for easy closure.
    • Self-sealing bags keep food fresh without the need for clips or ties.

    ruСамозаклеивающийсяesautosellantefrauto-adhésif (sans humidification)deSelbstklebendptAutolacrávelzh自粘封口arذاتي اللصق

  • more self-sealing comparative form
  • most self-sealing superlative form