Associations to the word «Caulk»

Wiktionary

CAULK, noun. Caulking.
CAULK, noun. A composition of vehicle and pigment used at ambient temperatures for filling/sealing joints or junctures, that remains elastic for an extended period of time after application.
CAULK, verb. (nautical) To drive oakum into the seams of a ship's wooden deck or hull to make it watertight.
CAULK, verb. To apply caulking to joints, cracks, or a juncture of different materials.

Dictionary definition

CAULK, noun. A waterproof filler and sealant that is used in building and repair to make watertight.
CAULK, verb. Seal with caulking; "caulk the window".

Wise words

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