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true seal

/truː siːl/

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/truː siːl/formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревший или вышедший из употребления термин, обозначающий подлинную или аутентичную печать, например, официальный штамп или знак одобрения, в настоящее время редко используемый в современном контексте.

An archaic or obsolete term referring to a genuine or authentic seal, such as an official stamp or mark of approval, now rarely used in modern contexts.

  1. Earless sealB2formal

    A member of the family Phocidae, characterized by having no external ear flaps and short front flippers.

    ruНастоящий тюлень

    • True seals are excellent swimmers and can hold their breath for long periods.
    • Unlike sea lions, true seals move on land by wriggling on their bellies.
    • The harbor seal is a common species of true seal found in the Northern Hemisphere.