: a material (such as rubber) or a part (such as an O-ring) used to make a joint fluid-tight
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In terms of espresso machine repair and maintenance, the Barista Tool's reamer/punch/sewing awl can leverage off the group head gasket, while the combination pliers can help in removing and handling other gaskets and O-rings.
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New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
Abbott blows a gasket at his confession.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2025
Wipe the detergent drawer out with a warm vinegar solution, and check the rubber gasket for grime.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2025
The roof of each house lifts to reveal your spices waiting inside and features rubber gaskets to seal your spices away and keep them fresh.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Nov. 2025
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New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025
Abbott blows a gasket at his confession.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2025
Wipe the detergent drawer out with a warm vinegar solution, and check the rubber gasket for grime.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2025
The roof of each house lifts to reveal your spices waiting inside and features rubber gaskets to seal your spices away and keep them fresh.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gasket
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“Gasket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gasket. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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gasket
noun
gas·ket
ˈgas-kət 
: a material (as rubber) or a part used to prevent a joint from leaking
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