gasket
Translation
gasket, seal
Examples
The mechanic replaced the head gasket.
The mechanic replaced the head gasket.
A rubber gasket prevents the pipe from leaking.
A rubber gasket prevents the pipe from leaking.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) gasket a mechanical seal The mechanic replaced the head gasket.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seal, packing, washer
Etymology
The origin is uncertain, but it might come from the French 'garcette', meaning a small rope.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'gas kit' – a kit to stop gas leaks, which includes a gasket.