caulk

Meanings

• noun

  A flexible, waterproof substance used to fill gaps and seal joints to prevent leakage.

  - "He applied caulk around the bathtub to prevent water from leaking."
  - "The sailor used caulk to seal the cracks in the boat."

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Pronunciation

1. /kælk/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with caulk
walk , talk , chalk

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Variants

List of all variants of caulk that leads to same result
calk , calked , calking , calks , caulk , caulked , caulker , caulkers , caulking , caulks , calkings , caulkings

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Etymology

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Originally derived from Old French 'caulque' meaning 'rope, cord' or 'to bind'. The term later evolved to refer to the waterproof material used for sealing.

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Trivia

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1. Caulk was used on the Mayflower to seal the cracks in the hull.

2. The first waterproof caulk was made from a mixture of tar and rope.

3. Caulk is often used in the construction of ice rinks to prevent water from leaking out.

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Related Concepts

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1. sealant: A substance used to prevent the passage of air, water, or other substances through a joint or opening.

2. gasket: A flexible material used to seal joints or connections in engines and other machinery.

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Culture

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Caulk has been used for various purposes throughout history, from sealing boats to prevent water intrusion, to sealing windows and doors to keep out drafts and insulate buildings. It is a common tool used in construction and home repair.

How to Memorize "caulk"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a tube of caulk being squeezed out and used to fill a crack or gap.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'caulk' with the idea of sealing or filling gaps.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Caulk keeps things from leaking' to help memorize the word.

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