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gasket

Syllabification: (gas·ket)

Pronunciation: /ˈgaskit/

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Definition of gasket

noun

1a shaped piece or ring of rubber or other material sealing the junction between two surfaces in an engine or other device.

2a cord securing a furled sail to the yard, boom, or gaff of a sailing vessel.

Origin:

early 17th century (gasket (sense 2)): perhaps from French garcette 'thin rope' (originally 'little girl'), diminutive of garce, feminine of gars 'boy'