rubber gasket

[ˈrʌbər ˈɡæskɪt]
nounpl: rubber gaskets
junta de borracha
1. a seal made of rubber material used to prevent leakage of fluids or gases between two surfaces
The rubber gasket in the faucet prevents water from leaking.
A junta de borracha na torneira impede que a água vaze.
2. a rubber ring or pad placed between two parts to create a watertight or airtight seal
We replaced the rubber gasket on the washing machine door.
Substituímos a junta de borracha da porta da máquina de lavar.
Rubber gaskets are essential components in plumbing, automotive, and industrial applications in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, this term is commonly used in plumbing and maintenance contexts, while in the USA it's widely used in automotive and manufacturing industries. The term is technical and professional in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
rubber sealrubber ringgasketO-ring

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
junta de borracha
most common and widely used term
General Brazilian
vedação de borracha
alternative term emphasizing the sealing function
São Paulo
junta de borracha
standard usage in industrial and technical contexts
Portugal
junta de borracha
same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'anel de borracha' for ring-shaped gaskets

Related Words

sealwasherO-ringsilicone gasketrubber compoundmechanical seal

Related Idioms & Phrases

seal the deal (metaphorical, not directly related)
tight seal
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