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sealant
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seal·ant  (slnt)
n.
1. A substance, such as sealing wax, used to seal a surface to prevent passage of a liquid or gas.
2. A plastic resin used in dentistry to coat the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to prevent the growth of cavity-causing bacteria.

sealant [ˈsiːlənt]
n
1. (Chemistry) any substance, such as wax, used for sealing documents, bottles, etc.
2. (Chemistry) any of a number of substances used for stopping leaks, waterproofing wood, etc.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.sealant - a kind of sealing material that is used to form a hard coating on a porous surface (as a coat of paint or varnish used to size a surface)sealant - a kind of sealing material that is used to form a hard coating on a porous surface (as a coat of paint or varnish used to size a surface)
sealing material - any substance used to seal joints or fill cracks in a porous surface
caulk, caulking - a waterproof filler and sealant that is used in building and repair to make watertight
Translations
sealant [ˈsiːlənt] N (= device) → sellador m, tapador m; (= substance) → silicona f selladora
sealant [ˈsiːlənt] nmastic m
sea legs nplpied m marin
to find one's sea legs → commencer à avoir le pied marin
sealant


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It will also put on display its range of silicone sealants such as acetic cure sealants, neutral cure sealants, paintable acrylic sealants, and siliconized duct sealants, as well as aerosol products including the Asmaco spray paints, air fresheners and insect killers," he added.
He notes that in the construction industry, silicone coatings and sealants are recognized as one of the most durable technologies available.
It is also working on other products for specialised applications like intumescent sealants and fire-rated sealants.
 
 
 
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