Fensterdichtung

window seal

noun FEN-ster-dikh-toong Rare

Also means

window gasket

Usage Note

Fensterdichtung is the rubber or EPDM profile pressed into the frame rebate; worn seals let in cold air and rainwater, so replacement is a simple but effective energy-saving measure.

Examples

"Die alten Fensterdichtungen wurden durch neue EPDM-Profile ersetzt."

Natural Translation

The old window seals were replaced with new EPDM profiles.

Literal Translation

The old window-seals were through new EPDM-profiles replaced.

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