sealing washer

noun

A rubber or neoprene washer, sometimes metal-backed, typically placed on a fastener to prevent water from migrating into and through the fastener hole.

Meanings

nounsealing washer (plural sealing washers)

plural sealing washers

  1. A rubber or neoprene washer, sometimes metal-backed, typically placed on a fastener to prevent water from migrating into and through the fastener hole.
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