leak-proof containers
[/liːk-pruːf kənˈteɪnərz/]
nounpl: leak-proof containers
recipientes à prova de vazamento
1. Sealed containers designed to prevent the escape or entrance of liquids or gases
These leak-proof containers are perfect for storing soup in your lunch bag.
Estes recipientes à prova de vazamento são perfeitos para armazenar sopa em sua bolsa de almoço.
2. Food storage vessels with secure seals that prevent spills during transport
We bought leak-proof containers for our camping trip to keep the water safe.
Compramos recipientes à prova de vazamento para nossa viagem de acampamento para manter a água segura.
Leak-proof containers are extremely popular in Brazil for food storage and meal preparation culture. They're widely used in both home kitchens and for transporting meals (marmitas) to work. In the USA, they're commonly associated with meal-prepping culture and eco-conscious consumers seeking to reduce plastic waste. The term emphasizes durability and practicality in both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
tight as a drum (describing something leak-proof)
keep it sealed (instruction to maintain leak-proof conditions)
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