caulk
verb
\ ˈkȯk
\
\
variants:
or calk
caulked
or calked;
caulking
or calking;
caulks
or calks
Definition of caulk
(Entry 1 of 3)
: to stop up and make tight against leakage (something, such as a boat or its seams, the cracks in a window frame, or the joints of a pipe)
caulk
noun (1)
variants:
or calk
or less commonly caulking
or calking \ ˈkȯ-kiŋ
\
\
Definition of caulk (Entry 2 of 3)
: material used to caulk
caulk
noun (2)variant spelling of calk entry 2, calk entry 3
: a cleat on the shoe of a horse to prevent slipping
also
: a similar device worn on the sole of a shoe
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Examples of caulk in a Sentence
Verb
He carefully caulked the area around the windows.Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
For example, researchers found using a reusable shopping bag is more associated with women’s gender roles, whereas caulking windows is more associated with men’s gender roles. — NBC News, "Does this reusable bag make me look gay? Perhaps, study finds," 2 Sep. 2019 Place ant bait stations around the perimeter of your home, and block pest entryways by caulking cracks and crevices. — Joan Morris, The Mercury News, "Gardening in the Bay Area: August to-do list," 22 Aug. 2019 Any joint or edge where the tile meets another surface like the countertop should be caulked, not grouted. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "Your Quick and Dirty Guide to Tiling a Kitchen Backsplash," 26 Apr. 2019 For electrical outlets, caulk around the box, or, even better, buy cover plates with gaskets. — Henry Gifford, Popular Mechanics, "Your House Is Bleeding You Dry. Here Are 9 Steps To Save You Money.," 8 Aug. 2018 Sweet-smelling resin, which could have been used for incense or for caulking ships, was also found. — James Rogers, Fox News, "Shipwreck mystery solved thanks to 800-year-old 'Made in China' label," 16 May 2018 Also, caulking was insufficient to hold back water in certain areas, according to the report. — Mary Shanklin, OrlandoSentinel.com, "UCF stadium has failing areas, report shows; some fixed, school says," 13 Oct. 2017 Talk about a pain in the ass – caulking windows is boring. — Michelle R. Martinelli, For The Win, "Dale Jr. and Amy Earnhardt's home improvement series is finally going to be on TV," 25 Apr. 2018 The art panels affixed to the concrete-along with metal roofs and end panels-were seamlessly sealed, caulked, and screwed into place. — Jeff Huebner, Chicago Reader, "What ever happened to the King Memorial Mural at 43rd and Langley?," 24 Apr. 2018Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Check for gaps around air vents, windows, doors and exhaust fans, and apply caulk or weather stripping as needed. — Kris Kane, The Mercury News, "10 ways to cut utility bills and conserve energy during the hot summer," 13 Aug. 2019 Replace cracked caulk or sealant around tubs and showers. — Washington Post, "Liz Weston: Is your wealth dripping away?," 23 July 2019 Replace cracked caulk or sealant around tubs and showers. — Liz Weston, Dallas News, "5 tips to help prevent water damage, which outranks theft and fire for home claims," 23 July 2019 Seal cracks and openings around doors and windows with caulk or weatherstripping to prevent hot air from leaking in. — Emily Sweeney, BostonGlobe.com, "Heat hacks: 12 tips and tricks to keeping your house cool," 19 July 2019 On Home Depot’s website, the group found different prices quoted for paint, light bulbs, toilet paper, caulk guns, halogen floor lamps, screwdrivers and more. — Levi Sumagaysay, The Mercury News, "FTC urged to probe ‘secret surveillance scores’ used against shoppers, job and housing applicants," 25 June 2019 How to Get Rid of Drafts For cracks less than 1/4 inch, use caulk. — The Good Housekeeping Institute, Good Housekeeping, "How to Draft-Proof Your Home for a Lower Heating Bill," 20 Nov. 2018 Use a silicone caulk designed for kitchens and bathrooms, in a color that coordinates with your design. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "Your Quick and Dirty Guide to Tiling a Kitchen Backsplash," 26 Apr. 2019 For lower-lift solutions, the DOE offers instructions for a variety of DIY weatherization techniques, like how to air seal leaks with caulk and how to properly cover attic stairs. — Barbara Eldredge, Curbed, "How to save on utility bills," 25 Jan. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'caulk.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for caulk
caulk
verb
English Language Learners Definition of caulk
: to fill the cracks or holes in (something) with a substance that keeps out water
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caulk
verb
\ ˈkȯk
\
\
caulked;
caulking
Kids Definition of caulk
(Entry 1 of 2)
: to fill up a crack, seam, or joint so as to make it watertight
caulk
noun
variants:
also caulking \ ˈkȯ-kiŋ \
Kids Definition of caulk (Entry 2 of 2)
: material used to fill up a crack, seam, or joint so as to make it watertight