Simple English definitions for legal terms
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A seal is a device or substance that joins two things, usually making the seam impervious. It can also refer to a piece of wax, a wafer, or some other substance affixed to a document to authenticate or prove its authenticity. The purpose of a seal is to secure or prove authenticity.
These examples illustrate how seals can be used to authenticate or execute documents, and how they can be specific to certain entities such as corporations or states. A wafer seal is an alternative to a traditional wax seal.