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gasket

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun gasket has 1 sense
  1. gasket - seal consisting of a ring for packing pistons or sealing a pipe joint
    --1 is a kind of
    seal
    --1 has particulars: head gasket; O ring

Definitions from the Web

Gasket

Definition:

A gasket is a mechanical seal that fills the space between two or more mating surfaces to prevent leakage, typically made of rubber, silicone, or other flexible materials.

Senses:

  • Noun (Engineering): A sealing device used to prevent leakage between mechanical parts.
  • Noun (Cooking): A flat rubber or silicone ring used to seal the lid of a pressure cooker or preserving jar.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The gasket between the engine block and cylinder head needs replacement.
  2. The pressure cooker is useless without a proper gasket.
  3. Please ensure the gasket is properly seated before starting the machine.
  4. I couldn't open the jar because the gasket was too tight.

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