vedação de cortiça
1. A seal or closure made from cork material used to prevent leakage or contamination in bottles, containers, or industrial equipment
The wine bottle had a cork seal that preserved the vintage quality for decades.
A garrafa de vinho tinha uma vedação de cortiça que preservou a qualidade da safra por décadas.
2. A waterproof or airtight gasket made of cork used in mechanical or plumbing applications
The engineer replaced the worn cork seal on the pump to prevent fluid leakage.
O engenheiro substituiu a vedação de cortiça desgastada na bomba para evitar vazamento de fluido.
Cork seals have historical significance in both Portugal and Brazil, particularly in wine production and beverage industries. Portugal remains the world's largest cork producer. In Brazil, cork seals are commonly used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and wine industries. The term reflects the important role of cork as a natural, sustainable material in packaging and industrial applications.
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