Caulk: meaning, definitions and examples

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caulk

[ kôk ]

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construction

To fill or close seams or crevices in (a building, vehicle, etc.) with a waterproof filler, especially in preparation for painting or weatherproofing.

Synonyms

fill, plug, seal

Examples of usage

The workers caulked the gaps around the windows to prevent drafts.
She caulked the bathtub to prevent water from leaking onto the floor.

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construction

A waterproof filler and sealant, used in building work and repairs.

Synonyms

filler, putty, sealant

Examples of usage

The caulk around the bathtub needs to be replaced.
We need to buy some caulk for the windows before winter.

Translations

Translations of the word "caulk" in other languages:

🇵🇹 calafetar

🇮🇳 सीलेंट

🇩🇪 abdichten

🇮🇩 mengisi celah

🇺🇦 ущільнювач

🇵🇱 uszczelniać

🇯🇵 シーリング

🇫🇷 calfeutrer

🇪🇸 calafatear

🇹🇷 dolgulamak

🇰🇷 밀봉

🇸🇦 سد الثغرات

🇨🇿 těsnění

🇸🇰 tesniť

🇨🇳 填缝

🇸🇮 zatesniti

🇮🇸 þétta

🇰🇿 тығыздау

🇬🇪 დახურვა

🇦🇿 deşiyi bağlamaq

🇲🇽 calafatear

Word origin

The word 'caulk' originated from Middle English 'calken', which is derived from Old North French 'cauquer', meaning 'to tread down'. It was first used in the 14th century to refer to the process of driving oakum into the seams of wooden ships to make them watertight. Over time, the term expanded to include the use of various materials to seal gaps and joints in buildings and other structures.