What does PUTTY mean?

Putty

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• A soft, malleable substance used to fill holes or cracks in wood, metal, or plaster (US: /ˈpʌdi/, UK: /ˈpʊti/).
• To apply putty to (a window, for example) (US: /ˈpʌti/, UK: /ˈpʊti/).

Origin and Usage: The word "putty" originated in the 1600s from the Middle French word "potée", meaning "cooked dish". It was used to describe a type of food made by boiling meat, vegetables, and other ingredients together. Later, the word "putty" was used to describe a soft, pliable material used to fill gaps or cracks in surfaces. Today, putty is commonly used in construction and woodworking.

Synonyms: Filler, sealant, plaster, spackle, cement.

Related Words: Paste, dough, resin, slush, gumbo.

Example Sentences:

• The carpenter used putty to fill the gaps in the window frame.
• She putties the windows every fall to keep out the cold air.