Meaning of the word caulk in English

What does caulk mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

caulk

US /kɑːk/

UK /kɔːk/

a waterproof filler and sealant, used in building and repairing boats and in household applications.

Example:

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He applied caulk around the bathtub to prevent leaks.

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The old windows needed fresh caulk to seal them properly.

Synonym:

sealant filler grout mastic

to seal (a gap or seam) with caulk.

Example:

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You need to caulk around the window frames to prevent drafts.

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The boat builders carefully caulked every seam to ensure it was watertight.

Synonym:

seal fill stop plug grout