What does SEALS mean?

Seals

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: aquatic carnivorous mammals that have flippers for forelimbs and no external ear flap, such as the harbor seal and the gray seal.
• Verb: close or secure (something) with a seal.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /silz/
• UK: /siːlz/

4. Origin and Usage:

• The noun "seals" originated from the Old English word "seolh".
• The verb "seals" originated from the Middle English word "selen".
• Seals are known for their playful nature and are often used as a symbol of friendliness and playfulness. They are also hunted for their fur and meat, and their populations have been threatened by pollution and overfishing.

5. Synonyms:

• Noun: pinniped, sea dog, sea lion, walrus
• Verb: close, shut, lock, fasten

6. Related Words:

• Scale
• Steal
• Lease
• Heals
• Deals

7. Example Sentences:

• The seals were basking in the sun on the rocks near the shore.
• The fisherman carefully sealed the container of bait to keep it fresh.