sealant

noun
UK: /ˈsiː.lənt/
US: /ˈsiː.lənt/

  1. A substance used to block something so air or water cannot pass through.

    1. The plumber applied sealant around the sink to stop leaks.
    2. We used a special sealant to protect the wood from moisture damage during the rainy season.

  2. A material used to make a surface airtight or watertight.

    1. Apply the sealant carefully along the edges of the window frame.
    2. The car's windshield required a new sealant after the old one cracked in the sun.

  3. A protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth to prevent decay.

    1. The dentist recommended a sealant for my child's molars.
    2. Dental sealants are an effective way to prevent cavities, especially in children and teenagers, because it protects enamel.

Synonyms

caulk filler adhesive coating
sealant transitive-verb

  1. To apply a sealant to something.

    1. We need to sealant the windows before winter.
    2. The manufacturer recommends to properly sealant the edges for better durability and weather resistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sealant" in English means: A substance used to block something so air or water cannot pass through., A material used to make a surface airtight or watertight., A protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth to prevent decay..

The phonetic transcription of "sealant" is /ˈsiː.lənt/ in British English and /ˈsiː.lənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sealant": caulk, filler, adhesive, coating.

Example usage of "sealant": "The plumber applied sealant around the sink to stop leaks.". More examples on the page.