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airtight

[ ˈɛərˌtaɪt ]

Adjective

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

container

Sealed so that no air or liquid can get in or out.

Synonyms

hermetic, sealed, watertight.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
airtight	Used when something needs to be completely free from air or gas exchange, common in food storage or scientific contexts. Make sure the container is airtight to keep the cookies fresh The laboratory equipment must be airtight to prevent contamination
sealed	A general term used to describe something that has been securely closed. This term can be used in a wide range of contexts, from packaging to legal documents. The envelope was sealed with a stamp Make sure the bag of chips is sealed to keep them crunchy
watertight	Specifically used when something needs to be impervious to water. Commonly used for boats, containers, and contracts to imply flawlessness. The watch is watertight and can be worn while swimming The contract is watertight and leaves no room for legal loopholes
hermetic	Often used in scientific or technical contexts to imply an extremely tight seal. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is completely closed off from external influence. The hermetic seal on the jar ensures that no bacteria can enter His hermetic lifestyle makes it hard for anyone to get to know him

Examples of usage

The food was stored in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
The airtight seal on the window prevented any drafts from coming in.
The airtight packaging ensured the product stayed safe during transportation.

Translations

Translations of the word "airtight" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hermético

🇮🇳 वायुरोधक

🇩🇪 luftdicht

🇮🇩 kedap udara

🇺🇦 герметичний

🇵🇱 hermetyczny

🇯🇵 気密

🇫🇷 hermétique

🇪🇸 hermético

🇹🇷 hava geçirmez

🇰🇷 밀폐된

🇸🇦 محكم

🇨🇿 vzduchotěsný

🇸🇰 vzduchotesný

🇨🇳 密封

🇸🇮 neprodušen

🇮🇸 loftþéttur

🇰🇿 ауа өткізбейтін

🇬🇪 ჰერმეტული

🇦🇿 havasız

🇲🇽 hermético

Etymology

The term 'airtight' dates back to the early 19th century, combining the words 'air' and 'tight' to describe something that is completely sealed off from the outside air. The concept of airtight containers and seals has been important throughout history, especially for preserving food and preventing contamination. Airtight technology has evolved over time, with advancements in materials and design to create better seals and containers.