fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters

a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents

the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal

a stamp affixed to a document (as to attest to its authenticity or to seal it)

an indication of approved or superior status

a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture

fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure

any of numerous marine mammals that come on shore to breed; chiefly of cold regions