seal
//siːl//
Translation
seal
Definition
A seal is a stamp or an official mark that is used to authenticate a document, letter, or package, often made of wax or embossed paper. It serves as a guarantee of authenticity or ownership, and is commonly used in legal, corporate, or ceremonial contexts. The term can also refer to the physical device used to create such an impression, such as a metal stamp or a wax seal ring. In modern usage, a seal may be a sticker or hologram that indicates tamper-proofing or official approval.
Example
“The notary public placed a red wax seal on the contract to certify its validity.”
“She broke the seal on the envelope to read the confidential letter.”
“The company's official seal is required on all legal documents.”
“He used a gold ring with a family crest as his personal seal.”
“The document bore the royal seal, indicating it was issued by the king.”
“Please affix the corporate seal next to your signature on the agreement.”
“The authenticity of the diploma was verified by the embossed seal of the university.”
“The package had a tamper-evident seal to ensure it had not been opened.”
“In medieval times, a knight would use his signet ring to stamp a wax seal on letters.”
“The official seal of the city is displayed on all municipal certificates.”
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Other meanings
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