What is another word for Putties?

Pronunciation: [pˈʌtɪz] (IPA)

Putties are a type of adhesive material used to fill in gaps, holes, and cracks in building materials. They come in various forms, including epoxy putty, wood putty, and glazing putty. However, there are many other synonyms for this versatile material, including caulking, paste, sealant, filler, and compound. These synonyms are often used interchangeably in the building and construction industries, but each has its unique application and purpose. For example, paste is a thick, smooth substance used to adhere two surfaces together, whereas filler is used to fill in gaps and cracks. Knowing these synonyms can help you choose the right putty for your specific needs.

Usage examples for Putties

The most extraordinary dress was worn by the Padaung women, a kilt and Putties of dark cloth, with round the hips and upper part of kilt, many rings of thin black lacquered cane; round the neck were so many brass curtain-rings of graduated circumference, narrowing from the chest to the ear, and so many of them that the neck had become so elongated that the head either actually was dwarfed or seemed to be so small as to be quite out of proportion to the body.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
The old ladies in tall blue serge turbans and tunics and Putties of the same colour rather struck me-they are Shans from the East-with little shrewd twinkling black eyes, short noses and a gentle expression, and that break in the eyebrow, which I think characteristic of a certain dark Celtic type.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
23. Socks, according to taste-very few knickerbocker stockings need be taken, as Putties are cheap and usual in Srinagar.
"A Holiday in the Happy Valley with Pen and Pencil"
T. R. Swinburne

Related words: Plaster putty, silicone putty, plastic putty, model putty, clay putty, plaster putty recipe, polyester putty

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