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SELF-SEALING

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Seals without the application of moisture

Example:

self-sealing envelopes

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

adhesive (tending to adhere)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Capable of sealing itself as after being pierced

Example:

self-sealing tires

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

punctureless (being without punctures or incapable of being punctured)

 II. (verb) 

Sense 1

-ing form of the verb self-seal

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