What is another word for gasket?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈaskɪt] (IPA)

Gasket refers to a mechanical seal used to fill the gap between two or more surfaces. The most common types of gaskets are made of rubber or silicone material that creates airtight and watertight seals. However, there are several other synonyms for gasket including seal, O-ring, washer, packing, and flange gasket. A seal is a device that prevents the passage of fluids or gases. An O-ring is a circular mechanical device used to seal and joins two parts. A washer is a thin ring placed between surfaces to prevent leakage. Packing is a type of gasket used to seal the space between two or more parts, and a flange gasket is located between two pipes to prevent leakage.

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Usage examples for Gasket

We went very slowly-so slowly, in fact, that the Second Mate-who had stayed a minute to shove the gasket round the lee side of the sail-was almost as soon down.
"The Ghost Pirates"
William Hope Hodgson
"Keep tight hold of him, while I get a gasket," I heard the Second Mate sing out.
"The Ghost Pirates"
William Hope Hodgson
And besides that, as I said before, the foot of the sail was hanging over the after side of the yard, and Tom's weight on the gasket was holding it there."
"The Ghost Pirates"
William Hope Hodgson

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