seal vs seal off

seal off vs seal

seal is a noun but seal off is not a noun.

seal and seal off both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
seal	Yes	No	Yes	No
seal off	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, seal and seal off are synonyms defined as:

seal and seal off: make tight; secure against leakage

seal (noun)	seal off (noun)
any of numerous marine mammals that come on shore to breed; chiefly of cold regions
a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents
fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters
fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure
a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture
an indication of approved or superior status
a stamp affixed to a document (as to attest to its authenticity or to seal it)
the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal

seal (verb)	seal off (verb)
decide irrevocably	impose a blockade on
hunt seals	make tight; secure against leakage
close with or as if with a seal
affix a seal to
make tight; secure against leakage
cover with varnish

Difference between seal and seal off

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