self-sealing

/ˌˈsɛlf ˌsilɪŋ/
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Definitions of self-sealing
  1. adjective
    capable of sealing itself as after being pierced
    “self-sealing tires”
    synonyms:
    punctureless
    being without punctures or incapable of being punctured
  2. adjective
    seals without the application of moisture
    “self-sealing envelopes”
    synonyms:
    adhesive
    tending to adhere
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