Caulk ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Caulk ( verb )

1. To fill a gap or crack with a waterproof material to prevent leaks or airflow.
2. To apply a waterproof material to seams or joints of a boat or ship.

Origin:

From middle english 'cauken', from old northern french 'cauquer', from latin 'calcāre' ('to tread, press down'), from 'calx' ('heel').

Examples:

1. The plumber used caulk to seal the gap between the bathtub and the wall.
2. The boat builder caulked the seams of the hull to prevent leaks.

(As a noun)

Caulk ( noun )

1. To fill a gap or crack with a waterproof material to prevent leaks or airflow.
2. To apply a waterproof material to seams or joints of a boat or ship.

Origin:

From middle english 'cauken', from old northern french 'cauquer', from latin 'calcāre' ('to tread, press down'), from 'calx' ('heel').

Examples:

1. The plumber used caulk to seal the gap between the bathtub and the wall.
2. The boat builder caulked the seams of the hull to prevent leaks.